1980 Isuzu Gemini vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, both 1980 Isuzu Gemini and 1980 Mitsubishi Galant were released in the same year (1980). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mitsubishi Galant (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1980 Isuzu Gemini. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1980 Isuzu Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 225 kg more than 1980 Isuzu Gemini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Isuzu Gemini. (116 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Isuzu Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Isuzu Gemini | 1980 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Isuzu | Mitsubishi |
Model | Gemini | Galant |
Year Released | 1980 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |