1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 1979 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 1979 Isuzu Gemini is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Dodge Aspen (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 545 kg more than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. 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, 1975 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Dodge Aspen | 1979 Isuzu Gemini | |
| Make | Dodge | Isuzu |
| Model | Aspen | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
