1979 Isuzu Gemini vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Caldina 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 1,816 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Isuzu Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Isuzu Gemini (120 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Isuzu Gemini should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Caldina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 235 kg more than 1979 Isuzu Gemini.
Because 1979 Isuzu Gemini is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Isuzu Gemini. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (162 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Isuzu Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Isuzu Gemini | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
| Model | Gemini | Caldina |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1816 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2590 mm |
