1991 Ford Fairlane vs. 1985 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 1991 Ford Fairlane is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Isuzu Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Isuzu Gemini would be higher. At 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Fairlane (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1985 Isuzu Gemini. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1985 Isuzu Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 536 kg more than 1985 Isuzu Gemini. 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, 1991 Ford Fairlane (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Isuzu Gemini. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Isuzu Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Fairlane | 1985 Isuzu Gemini | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Fairlane | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 1816 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2410 mm |
