1997 Holden Commodore vs. 1980 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 1997 Holden Commodore is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Isuzu Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Isuzu Gemini would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Holden Commodore (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1980 Isuzu Gemini. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1980 Isuzu Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Holden Commodore weights approximately 490 kg more than 1980 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 Holden Commodore (395 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Isuzu Gemini. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Isuzu Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Holden Commodore | 1980 Isuzu Gemini | |
| Make | Holden | Isuzu |
| Model | Commodore | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
