2007 Honda Accord vs. 1984 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Isuzu Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Isuzu Gemini would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1984 Isuzu Gemini. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1984 Isuzu Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 135 kg more than 1984 Isuzu Gemini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Isuzu Gemini is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Isuzu Gemini. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Isuzu Gemini. (116 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Isuzu Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Accord | 1984 Isuzu Gemini | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | Accord | Gemini |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
