1987 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1979 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 1987 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 8 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 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Thunderbird (193 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Isuzu Gemini weights approximately 59 kg more than 1987 Ford Thunderbird.
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 (106 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Thunderbird. (91 Nm). This means 1979 Isuzu Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Thunderbird | 1979 Isuzu Gemini | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Thunderbird | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |
