1986 Ford Mustang vs. 1979 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 1986 Ford Mustang is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Isuzu Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Isuzu Gemini would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Isuzu Gemini (120 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1986 Ford Mustang. (88 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Isuzu Gemini should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Mustang weights approximately 220 kg more than 1979 Isuzu Gemini.
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, 1979 Isuzu Gemini (162 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Isuzu Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Mustang | 1979 Isuzu Gemini | |
Make | Ford | Isuzu |
Model | Mustang | Gemini |
Year Released | 1986 | 1979 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1816 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |