2000 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1979 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 768 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.
Because 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1979 Isuzu Gemini | |
| Make | Hyundai | Isuzu |
| Model | Santa Fe | Gemini |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1718 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2410 mm |
