2002 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1981 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 21 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Escalade (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1210 kg more than 1981 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, 2002 Cadillac Escalade (447 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm). This means 2002 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Escalade | 1981 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Cadillac | Isuzu |
| Model | Escalade | Piazza |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2490 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2510 mm |
