2008 Dodge Ram vs. 1988 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram is newer by 20 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 4,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1988 Isuzu Piazza. (149 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1988 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 465 kg more than 1988 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, 2008 Dodge Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 1988 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Dodge | Isuzu |
| Model | Ram | Piazza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4699 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2510 mm |
