2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1979 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 27 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 2,770 cc, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. (120 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu Gemini.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. (162 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1979 Isuzu Gemini | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
| Model | Colorado | Gemini |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1816 cc |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2410 mm |
