2005 Honda Mobilio vs. 1980 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 2005 Honda Mobilio is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Isuzu Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Isuzu Gemini would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Isuzu Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Mobilio (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1980 Isuzu Gemini. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Mobilio should accelerate faster than 1980 Isuzu Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 320 kg more than 1980 Isuzu Gemini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Honda Mobilio (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Isuzu Gemini. (116 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Mobilio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Isuzu Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Mobilio | 1980 Isuzu Gemini | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | Mobilio | Gemini |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1370 mm |
