1979 Isuzu Gemini vs. 1976 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1979 Isuzu Gemini is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,816 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Isuzu Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Isuzu Gemini (120 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Isuzu Gemini should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Isuzu Gemini weights approximately 15 kg more than 1976 Toyota Carina. 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, 1979 Isuzu Gemini (162 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1979 Isuzu Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Isuzu Gemini | 1976 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
| Model | Gemini | Carina |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1816 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |
