2006 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1983 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1983 Isuzu Piazza. (150 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1983 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 202 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (455 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Isuzu Piazza. (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1983 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
| Model | Avalanche | Piazza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2510 mm |
