2003 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1982 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Isuzu Piazza (149 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 390 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Isuzu Piazza (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu YRV | 1982 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Isuzu |
| Model | YRV | Piazza |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
