2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche vs. 1981 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche is newer by 19 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche (324 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Gemini. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche weights approximately 1796 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, 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche (738 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 622 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Gemini. (116 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche | 1981 Isuzu Gemini | |
Make | Rolls-Royce | Isuzu |
Model | Corniche | Gemini |
Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 324 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 738 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2736 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2410 mm |