1987 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1981 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 1987 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Isuzu Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Isuzu Gemini would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Isuzu Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Isuzu Gemini (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Gemini should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Gemini weights approximately 90 kg more than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. 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, 1981 Isuzu Gemini (116 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. (99 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Daihatsu Charmant | 1981 Isuzu Gemini | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Isuzu |
| Model | Charmant | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
