2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 1985 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 4,800 cc, 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1985 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1985 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 169 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Express.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Express | 1985 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
| Model | Express | Piazza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1994 cc |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2440 mm |
