1987 Holden Gemini vs. 1984 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1987 Holden Gemini is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Isuzu Trooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Isuzu Trooper would be higher. At 2,255 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Isuzu Trooper (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1987 Holden Gemini. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 731 kg more than 1987 Holden Gemini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Holden Gemini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Isuzu Trooper 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, 1984 Isuzu Trooper (168 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Gemini. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Holden Gemini | 1984 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Holden | Isuzu |
| Model | Gemini | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1471 cc | 2255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
