1992 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1983 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Isuzu Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Isuzu Gemini would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country (164 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1983 Isuzu Gemini. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1983 Isuzu Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 620 kg more than 1983 Isuzu Gemini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 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 1983 Isuzu Gemini. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country, 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, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country (263 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Isuzu Gemini. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Isuzu Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chrysler Town & Country | 1983 Isuzu Gemini | |
| Make | Chrysler | Isuzu |
| Model | Town & Country | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2410 mm |
