1979 Isuzu Gemini vs. 1974 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1979 Isuzu Gemini is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Isuzu Gemini (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Comet. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Isuzu Gemini should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Comet weights approximately 295 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, 1974 Mercury Comet (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Isuzu Gemini | 1974 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Isuzu | Mercury |
Model | Gemini | Comet |
Year Released | 1979 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 3272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |