1980 Isuzu Gemini vs. 1980 Vauxhall Carlton

To start off, both 1980 Isuzu Gemini and 1980 Vauxhall Carlton were released in the same year (1980). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,979 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 190 kg more than 1980 Isuzu Gemini.

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.

Compare all specifications:

1980 Isuzu Gemini 1980 Vauxhall Carlton
Make Isuzu Vauxhall
Model Gemini Carlton
Year Released 1980 1980
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1582 cc 1979 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 79 HP 0 HP
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 940 kg 1130 kg
Vehicle Length 4240 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 1580 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2680 mm


 

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