1999 Honda NSX vs. 1983 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 1999 Honda NSX is newer by 16 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1983 Isuzu Gemini. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1983 Isuzu Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda NSX weights approximately 310 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, 1999 Honda NSX (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Isuzu Gemini. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Isuzu Gemini. 1983 Isuzu Gemini has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1999 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Isuzu Gemini will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda NSX | 1983 Isuzu Gemini | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | NSX | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2410 mm |
