2001 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1981 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 2001 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 20 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 74 kg more than 2001 De Tomaso Guara.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 De Tomaso Guara | 1981 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Isuzu |
| Model | Guara | Piazza |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 413 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
