1979 Isuzu Gemini vs. 1991 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1991 Toyota MR2 is newer by 12 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota MR2 (154 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. (120 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 270 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, 1991 Toyota MR2 (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. (162 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Isuzu Gemini | 1991 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
Model | Gemini | MR2 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1991 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1816 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |