1979 Honda Prelude 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 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Prelude (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1984 Isuzu Gemini. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1984 Isuzu Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Isuzu Gemini weights approximately 50 kg more than 1979 Honda Prelude.
Because 1984 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 1984 Isuzu Gemini. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1979 Honda Prelude (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Isuzu Gemini. (116 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Isuzu Gemini. 1984 Isuzu Gemini has automatic transmission and 1979 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1979 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Isuzu Gemini will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Prelude | 1984 Isuzu Gemini | |
Make | Honda | Isuzu |
Model | Prelude | Gemini |
Year Released | 1979 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
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 |