2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 1981 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager is newer by 24 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 2,425 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager (150 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 658 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, 1981 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 1981 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Chrysler | Isuzu |
| Model | Grand Voyager | Piazza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1938 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2510 mm |
