1979 Isuzu Gemini vs. 1998 Nissan Pickup

To start off, 1998 Nissan Pickup is newer by 19 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Isuzu Gemini (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Pickup. (82 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Isuzu Gemini should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 521 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, 1998 Nissan Pickup (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu Gemini.

Compare all specifications:

1979 Isuzu Gemini 1998 Nissan Pickup
Make Isuzu Nissan
Model Gemini Pickup
Year Released 1979 1998
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1584 cc 2494 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 93 HP 82 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4300 RPM
Torque 136 Nm 163 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 925 kg 1446 kg
Vehicle Length 4240 mm 4990 mm
Vehicle Width 1580 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1610 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2960 mm


 

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