1979 Ford Capri vs. 1984 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 1984 Isuzu Gemini is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Isuzu Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Isuzu Gemini (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1979 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Isuzu Gemini should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Capri weights approximately 50 kg more than 1984 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, 1984 Isuzu Gemini (116 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Isuzu Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Capri | 1984 Isuzu Gemini | |
Make | Ford | Isuzu |
Model | Capri | Gemini |
Year Released | 1979 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2410 mm |