2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 1988 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1988 Isuzu Piazza. (149 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1988 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 650 kg more than 1988 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 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 1988 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Dodge | Isuzu |
| Model | Dakota | Piazza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2510 mm |
