1979 Ford Cortina vs. 1983 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 1983 Isuzu Gemini is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Isuzu Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Isuzu Gemini (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1979 Ford Cortina. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Isuzu Gemini should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Cortina weights approximately 60 kg more than 1983 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, 1983 Isuzu Gemini (116 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Cortina. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Isuzu Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Cortina. 1983 Isuzu Gemini has automatic transmission and 1979 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1979 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Isuzu Gemini will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Cortina | 1983 Isuzu Gemini | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Cortina | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2410 mm |
