2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1987 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1987 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1987 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 19 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 1987 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
| Model | Colorado | Piazza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
