1979 Isuzu Gemini vs. 2000 Renault Spider
To start off, 2000 Renault Spider is newer by 21 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), 2000 Renault Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Spider (141 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Spider weights approximately 65 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, 2000 Renault Spider (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Isuzu Gemini | 2000 Renault Spider | |
| Make | Isuzu | Renault |
| Model | Gemini | Spider |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2350 mm |
