2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept vs. 1979 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept is newer by 26 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 6,392 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept (605 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 485 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. (120 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept weights approximately 804 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.
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 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept (679 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 517 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. (162 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept | 1979 Isuzu Gemini | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Shelby GR-1 Concept | Gemini |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6392 cc | 1816 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 605 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 679 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
