1979 Isuzu Gemini vs. 1959 Jaguar MK VIII
To start off, 1979 Isuzu Gemini is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK VIII (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 785 kg more than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1959 Jaguar MK VIII (292 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. (111 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Isuzu Gemini | 1959 Jaguar MK VIII | |
| Make | Isuzu | Jaguar |
| Model | Gemini | MK VIII |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1817 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3050 mm |
