1999 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1979 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 1999 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 20 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 4,128 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Infiniti Q45 (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 817 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, 1999 Infiniti Q45 (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. (116 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Infiniti Q45 | 1979 Isuzu Gemini | |
| Make | Infiniti | Isuzu |
| Model | Q45 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4128 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 378 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1759 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
