2007 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1982 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1982 Isuzu Piazza. (149 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1982 Isuzu Piazza.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Isuzu Piazza. (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Tiburon | 1982 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Hyundai | Isuzu |
| Model | Tiburon | Piazza |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2510 mm |
