1983 Isuzu Gemini vs. 1987 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1987 Peugeot 505 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Isuzu Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Isuzu Gemini would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Peugeot 505 (106 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1983 Isuzu Gemini. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1983 Isuzu Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1983 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, 1987 Peugeot 505 (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Isuzu Gemini. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Isuzu Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Isuzu Gemini | 1987 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Peugeot |
| Model | Gemini | 505 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1817 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2910 mm |
