1979 Isuzu Gemini vs. 1968 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1979 Isuzu Gemini is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,857 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Isuzu Gemini (120 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corona. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Isuzu Gemini should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Toyota Corona weights approximately 20 kg more than 1979 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, 1979 Isuzu Gemini (162 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corona. (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Isuzu Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Isuzu Gemini | 1968 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
| Model | Gemini | Corona |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1816 cc | 1857 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2590 mm |
