1979 Isuzu Gemini vs. 1987 Renault 5
To start off, 1987 Renault 5 is newer by 8 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 1,817 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Isuzu Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Renault 5 weights approximately 136 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Renault 5 (435 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Isuzu Gemini | 1987 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Renault |
| Model | Gemini | 5 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1817 cc | 1419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |
