1997 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1979 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Isuzu Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Isuzu Gemini would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 440 kg more than 1979 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, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. (131 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Corvette | 1979 Isuzu Gemini | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
| Model | Corvette | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
