2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1982 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 23 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1982 Isuzu Piazza. (149 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1982 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 160 kg more than 1982 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, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (544 Nm) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Isuzu Piazza. (225 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 1982 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
| Model | Corvette | Piazza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 544 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2510 mm |
