1978 Ford Escort vs. 1980 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 1980 Isuzu Gemini is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Isuzu Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Isuzu Gemini (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1978 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Isuzu Gemini should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Isuzu Gemini weights approximately 65 kg more than 1978 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, 1980 Isuzu Gemini (116 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Isuzu Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Escort. 1980 Isuzu Gemini has automatic transmission and 1978 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1978 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Isuzu Gemini will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Escort | 1980 Isuzu Gemini | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Escort | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
