2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1986 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1986 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1986 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 459 kg more than 1986 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 Hyundai Santa Fe (335 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1986 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Hyundai | Isuzu |
| Model | Santa Fe | Piazza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
