1979 Isuzu Gemini vs. 1995 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1995 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 16 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 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Jeep Cherokee (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. (120 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 595 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.
Because 1995 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Jeep Cherokee will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Jeep Cherokee (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. (162 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Isuzu Gemini | 1995 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Isuzu | Jeep |
| Model | Gemini | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1816 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |
