1979 Isuzu Gemini vs. 1984 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1984 Toyota Cressida is newer by 5 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 1,972 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Cressida (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Cressida should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 220 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, 1984 Toyota Cressida (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Cressida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Isuzu Gemini | 1984 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
| Model | Gemini | Cressida |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1817 cc | 1972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2650 mm |
