2002 Daewoo Magnus vs. 1984 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 2002 Daewoo Magnus is newer by 18 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 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Daewoo Magnus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Magnus. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Magnus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daewoo Magnus weights approximately 120 kg more than 1984 Isuzu Piazza.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Magnus. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1984 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Magnus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Magnus | 1984 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Daewoo | Isuzu |
| Model | Magnus | Piazza |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
