1974 Ford Capri vs. 1980 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 1980 Isuzu Gemini is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Isuzu Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Isuzu Gemini (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1974 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Isuzu Gemini should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Capri weights approximately 70 kg more than 1980 Isuzu Gemini.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1980 Isuzu Gemini (116 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Capri. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Isuzu Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Capri | 1980 Isuzu Gemini | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Capri | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
