2007 Dodge Caliber vs. 1982 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 2007 Dodge Caliber is newer by 25 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Isuzu Piazza (149 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 105 kg more than 1982 Isuzu Piazza.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Isuzu Piazza (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (170 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1982 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Caliber | 1982 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Dodge | Isuzu |
| Model | Caliber | Piazza |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1994 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |
