2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1981 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 19 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1981 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
| Model | Tahoe | Piazza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
