1978 Ford Capri vs. 1982 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 1982 Isuzu Gemini is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Isuzu Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Isuzu Gemini (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Isuzu Gemini should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Capri weights approximately 70 kg more than 1982 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, 1982 Isuzu Gemini (116 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Isuzu Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri. 1982 Isuzu Gemini has automatic transmission and 1978 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1978 Ford Capri will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Isuzu Gemini will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Capri | 1982 Isuzu Gemini | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Capri | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2410 mm |
