2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1985 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1985 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1985 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 415 kg more than 1985 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, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (292 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Isuzu Piazza. (225 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1985 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Hyundai | Isuzu |
| Model | Santa Fe | Piazza |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |
