2001 Audi A8 vs. 1984 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 2001 Audi A8 is newer by 17 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 5,998 cc, 2001 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1984 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1984 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A8 weights approximately 700 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, 2001 Audi A8 (380 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A8 | 1984 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Audi | Isuzu |
| Model | A8 | Piazza |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2510 mm |
