2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 1986 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 2006 Chrysler 300 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1986 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1986 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 626 kg more than 1986 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, 2006 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler 300 | 1986 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Chrysler | Isuzu |
| Model | 300 | Piazza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2510 mm |
