1978 Honda Prelude 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 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Honda Prelude (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1980 Isuzu Gemini. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1980 Isuzu Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Isuzu Gemini weights approximately 50 kg more than 1978 Honda Prelude.
Because 1980 Isuzu Gemini is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Isuzu Gemini. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Honda Prelude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Honda Prelude (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Isuzu Gemini. (116 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Isuzu Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Honda Prelude | 1980 Isuzu Gemini | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | Prelude | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2410 mm |
