2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1988 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1988 Isuzu Piazza. (149 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1988 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 14 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Isuzu Piazza.
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2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1988 Isuzu Piazza | |
Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
Model | TrailBlazer | Piazza |
Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 7.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2510 mm |