1974 Toyota Corolla vs. 1981 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 1981 Isuzu Gemini is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Isuzu Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Isuzu Gemini (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Gemini should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Gemini weights approximately 160 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1981 Isuzu Gemini (116 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Corolla | 1981 Isuzu Gemini | |
| Make | Toyota | Isuzu |
| Model | Corolla | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1165 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
