2000 Acura MDX vs. 1981 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 2000 Acura MDX is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura MDX (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Piazza.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Acura MDX (346 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm). This means 2000 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura MDX | 1981 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Acura | Isuzu |
| Model | MDX | Piazza |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
