1979 Isuzu Gemini vs. 1974 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1979 Isuzu Gemini is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Isuzu Gemini (120 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Laurel. (97 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Isuzu Gemini should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 155 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 Nissan Laurel (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. (162 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1974 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Isuzu Gemini | 1974 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Isuzu | Nissan |
| Model | Gemini | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1816 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
