1999 GMC Sierra vs. 1984 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1999 GMC Sierra is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 4,784 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Sierra (267 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1984 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1984 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Sierra weights approximately 525 kg more than 1984 Isuzu Piazza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 GMC Sierra (386 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GMC Sierra | 1984 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | GMC | Isuzu |
| Model | Sierra | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4784 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2510 mm |
