1979 Isuzu Gemini vs. 1988 Lada 2107
To start off, 1988 Lada 2107 is newer by 9 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 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Isuzu Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Isuzu Gemini (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1988 Lada 2107. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Isuzu Gemini should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada 2107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada 2107 weights approximately 118 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, 1979 Isuzu Gemini (116 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada 2107. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Isuzu Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada 2107.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Isuzu Gemini | 1988 Lada 2107 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Lada |
| Model | Gemini | 2107 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |
