2000 Ford Mustang vs. 1980 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 20 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1980 Isuzu Gemini. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1980 Isuzu Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 358 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, 2000 Ford Mustang (447 Nm) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Isuzu Gemini. (116 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Isuzu Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Mustang | 1980 Isuzu Gemini | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Mustang | Gemini |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
