1979 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1979 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, both 1979 Daihatsu Taft and 1979 Isuzu Gemini were released in the same year (1979). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,817 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Isuzu Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Isuzu Gemini (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Isuzu Gemini should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 70 kg more than 1979 Isuzu Gemini.
Because 1979 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Taft will offer significantly more control. 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 (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1979 Isuzu Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Daihatsu Taft | 1979 Isuzu Gemini | |
Make | Daihatsu | Isuzu |
Model | Taft | Gemini |
Year Released | 1979 | 1979 |
Engine Size | 958 cc | 1817 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2410 mm |