1984 Isuzu Gemini vs. 1980 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1984 Isuzu Gemini is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Isuzu Florian would be higher. Both 1984 Isuzu Gemini and 1980 Isuzu Florian are equipped with a 1,817 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Isuzu Florian (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1984 Isuzu Gemini. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Isuzu Florian should accelerate faster than 1984 Isuzu Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Isuzu Gemini weights approximately 37 kg more than 1980 Isuzu Florian.
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, 1980 Isuzu Florian (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Isuzu Gemini. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Isuzu Florian will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Isuzu Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Isuzu Gemini | 1980 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Isuzu | Isuzu |
| Model | Gemini | Florian |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1817 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
