1995 Ford Ranger vs. 1983 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 1995 Ford Ranger 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 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Ranger (159 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1983 Isuzu Gemini. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1983 Isuzu Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Ranger weights approximately 395 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.
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, 1995 Ford Ranger (305 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Isuzu Gemini. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Isuzu Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Ranger | 1983 Isuzu Gemini | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Ranger | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
