2008 GMC Acadia vs. 1983 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1983 Isuzu Piazza. (150 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1983 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1983 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 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Isuzu Piazza. (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Acadia | 1983 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | GMC | Isuzu |
| Model | Acadia | Piazza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2510 mm |
