2006 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1982 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 2006 Honda Ridgeline 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 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1982 Isuzu Piazza. (149 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1982 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 427 kg more than 2006 Honda Ridgeline.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Isuzu Piazza. (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Ridgeline | 1982 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | Ridgeline | Piazza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2510 mm |
