2005 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1981 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 24 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 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Gemini. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1320 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, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Gemini. (116 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1981 Isuzu Gemini | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
| Model | Tahoe | Gemini |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
