1979 Isuzu Gemini vs. 2006 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2006 Nissan Navara is newer by 27 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Navara weights approximately 1174 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 2006 Nissan Navara 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, 2006 Nissan Navara 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, 2006 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Isuzu Gemini | 2006 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Isuzu | Nissan |
Model | Gemini | Navara |
Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1817 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 2124 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3210 mm |