1980 Isuzu Gemini vs. 1981 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 1981 Toyota Soarer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Isuzu Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Isuzu Gemini would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Soarer (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1980 Isuzu Gemini. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 1980 Isuzu Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 240 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.
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, 1981 Toyota Soarer (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Isuzu Gemini. (116 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Isuzu Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Isuzu Gemini | 1981 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
Model | Gemini | Soarer |
Year Released | 1980 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |