2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1988 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Isuzu Piazza (149 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 533 kg more than 1988 Isuzu Piazza.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (285 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1988 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Hyundai | Isuzu |
| Model | Santa Fe | Piazza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1813 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
