2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1987 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1987 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1987 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 190 kg more than 1987 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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Corvette | 1987 Isuzu Piazza | |
Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
Model | Corvette | Piazza |
Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5968 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |