1985 Isuzu Gemini vs. 1985 Porsche 928

To start off, both 1985 Isuzu Gemini and 1985 Porsche 928 were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 928 (310 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1985 Isuzu Gemini. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1985 Isuzu Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Porsche 928 weights approximately 494 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 Porsche 928 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Isuzu Gemini. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Isuzu Gemini.

Compare all specifications:

1985 Isuzu Gemini 1985 Porsche 928
Make Isuzu Porsche
Model Gemini 928
Year Released 1985 1985
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1816 cc 4664 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 76 HP 310 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 129 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4500 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1060 kg 1554 kg
Vehicle Length 4240 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 1580 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1290 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2510 mm


 

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