1979 Isuzu Gemini vs. 1980 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1980 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Isuzu Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Isuzu Gemini would be higher. At 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Pontiac Firebird (145 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. (120 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 631 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, 1980 Pontiac Firebird (324 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. (162 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1980 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Isuzu Gemini | 1980 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Isuzu | Pontiac |
| Model | Gemini | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1816 cc | 5012 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |
