1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 1979 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Express 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 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (217 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1384 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 Express (379 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. (111 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Express | 1979 Isuzu Gemini | |
Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
Model | Express | Gemini |
Year Released | 1997 | 1979 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4997 cc | 1817 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 379 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2364 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2410 mm |