2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward vs. 1979 Isuzu Gemini

To start off, 2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward 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 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward weights approximately 1470 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 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. (111 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu Gemini.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward 1979 Isuzu Gemini
Make Rolls-Royce Isuzu
Model Park Ward Gemini
Year Released 2005 1979
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5379 cc 1817 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 322 HP 56 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 490 Nm 111 Nm
Torque RPM 3900 RPM 2000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 2450 kg 980 kg
Wheelbase Size 3370 mm 2410 mm


 

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