1986 Honda Civic vs. 1979 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 1986 Honda Civic 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Civic (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Isuzu Gemini weights approximately 25 kg more than 1986 Honda Civic.
Because 1979 Isuzu Gemini is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Isuzu Gemini. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1986 Honda Civic (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Civic | 1979 Isuzu Gemini | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | Civic | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |
