1975 Ford Capri vs. 1984 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 1984 Isuzu Gemini is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,817 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Isuzu Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Isuzu Gemini (76 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1975 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Isuzu Gemini should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Isuzu Gemini weights approximately 77 kg more than 1975 Ford Capri. 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, 1984 Isuzu Gemini (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Isuzu Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Capri. 1984 Isuzu Gemini has automatic transmission and 1975 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1975 Ford Capri will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Isuzu Gemini will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Capri | 1984 Isuzu Gemini | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Capri | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2410 mm |
