1979 Isuzu Gemini vs. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 30 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (306 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1134 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 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. (116 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1979 Isuzu Gemini has manual transmission. 1979 Isuzu Gemini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Isuzu Gemini | 2009 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Isuzu | Land Rover |
| Model | Gemini | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2890 mm |
