1975 Ford Escort 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 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Isuzu Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Isuzu Gemini (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Isuzu Gemini should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Isuzu Gemini weights approximately 32 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort. 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, 1979 Isuzu Gemini (116 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Isuzu Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort. 1979 Isuzu Gemini has automatic transmission and 1975 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1975 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Isuzu Gemini will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Escort | 1979 Isuzu Gemini | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Escort | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1096 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
