1994 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1981 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 13 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 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Gemini. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 790 kg more than 1981 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, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Gemini. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Caprice | 1981 Isuzu Gemini | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
| Model | Caprice | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4312 cc | 1816 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
