1984 Isuzu Gemini vs. 1977 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1984 Isuzu Gemini is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Plymouth Volare (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1984 Isuzu Gemini. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1984 Isuzu Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 426 kg more than 1984 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, 1977 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Isuzu Gemini. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Isuzu Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Isuzu Gemini | 1977 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Isuzu | Plymouth |
| Model | Gemini | Volare |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1817 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2870 mm |
