1981 Isuzu Gemini vs. 1993 Porsche 911
To start off, 1993 Porsche 911 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Isuzu Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Isuzu Gemini would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 911 (272 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Gemini. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 911 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1981 Isuzu Gemini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Isuzu Gemini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 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, 1993 Porsche 911 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Gemini. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Isuzu Gemini | 1993 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Porsche |
| Model | Gemini | 911 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1816 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2280 mm |
