2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1989 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 6,160 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1989 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1989 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 508 kg more than 1989 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1989 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Cadillac | Isuzu |
| Model | Escalade | Piazza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6160 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
