2000 Honda Life vs. 1979 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 2000 Honda Life is newer by 21 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 1,817 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Isuzu Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Isuzu Gemini (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2000 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Isuzu Gemini should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Isuzu Gemini weights approximately 205 kg more than 2000 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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, 1979 Isuzu Gemini (106 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1979 Isuzu Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Life | 1979 Isuzu Gemini | |
Make | Honda | Isuzu |
Model | Life | Gemini |
Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1817 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |