2006 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 1982 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 24 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 2,403 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Isuzu Piazza (149 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 565 kg more than 1982 Isuzu Piazza.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Isuzu Piazza (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva. (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1982 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Captiva | 1982 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
| Model | Captiva | Piazza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2403 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
