1995 Acura Legend vs. 1983 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 1995 Acura Legend is newer by 12 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 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura Legend (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1983 Isuzu Gemini. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 1983 Isuzu Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura Legend weights approximately 655 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, 1995 Acura Legend, 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, 1995 Acura Legend (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Isuzu Gemini. (116 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Isuzu Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Legend | 1983 Isuzu Gemini | |
| Make | Acura | Isuzu |
| Model | Legend | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2410 mm |
