1983 Isuzu Gemini vs. 2006 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 23 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 2,787 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Chairman H (198 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1983 Isuzu Gemini. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1983 Isuzu Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 690 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, 2006 SsangYong Chairman H (272 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Isuzu Gemini. (116 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Isuzu Gemini. 2006 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 1983 Isuzu Gemini has manual transmission. 1983 Isuzu Gemini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Isuzu Gemini | 2006 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Isuzu | SsangYong |
| Model | Gemini | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2787 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2910 mm |
