2008 Honda HR-V vs. 1982 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 2008 Honda HR-V is newer by 26 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 27 more horse power than 2008 Honda HR-V. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda HR-V weights approximately 37 kg more than 1982 Isuzu Piazza.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Isuzu Piazza (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1982 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda HR-V | 1982 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | HR-V | Piazza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
