2006 Acura MDX vs. 1984 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 2006 Acura MDX is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura MDX (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1984 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1984 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 6 kg more than 2006 Acura MDX.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Acura MDX (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura MDX | 1984 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Acura | Isuzu |
| Model | MDX | Piazza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
