2002 Honda Life vs. 1985 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 2002 Honda Life is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Isuzu Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Isuzu Gemini would be higher. At 1,816 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Isuzu Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Isuzu Gemini (76 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Isuzu Gemini should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Isuzu Gemini weights approximately 270 kg more than 2002 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Isuzu Gemini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1985 Isuzu Gemini (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1985 Isuzu Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Life | 1985 Isuzu Gemini | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | Life | Gemini |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1816 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
