1980 Isuzu Gemini vs. 1988 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1988 Peugeot 505 is newer by 8 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 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Peugeot 505 (106 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1980 Isuzu Gemini. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1980 Isuzu Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 360 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, 1988 Peugeot 505 (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Isuzu Gemini. (116 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Isuzu Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Isuzu Gemini | 1988 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Peugeot |
| Model | Gemini | 505 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2910 mm |
