1999 Nissan Pickup vs. 1981 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 1999 Nissan Pickup is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Isuzu Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Isuzu Gemini would be higher. At 2,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Pickup (82 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Gemini. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 505 kg more than 1981 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 Nissan Pickup (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Gemini. (116 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Gemini. 1981 Isuzu Gemini has automatic transmission and 1999 Nissan Pickup has manual transmission. 1999 Nissan Pickup will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Isuzu Gemini will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan Pickup | 1981 Isuzu Gemini | |
| Make | Nissan | Isuzu |
| Model | Pickup | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2410 mm |
