1981 Isuzu Gemini vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 32 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Gemini. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1137 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.
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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (361 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Gemini. (116 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Isuzu Gemini | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
| Model | Gemini | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 2077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5329 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1935 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3221 mm |
