1985 Isuzu Gemini vs. 1998 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 1998 Nissan Pickup is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Isuzu Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Isuzu Gemini would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Pickup (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1985 Isuzu Gemini. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 1985 Isuzu Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 710 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.
Because 1998 Nissan Pickup is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Isuzu Gemini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Pickup will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Nissan Pickup (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Isuzu Gemini. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Isuzu Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Isuzu Gemini | 1998 Nissan Pickup | |
Make | Isuzu | Nissan |
Model | Gemini | Pickup |
Year Released | 1985 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1816 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2960 mm |