2008 Land Rover LR2 vs. 1981 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 2008 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Isuzu Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Isuzu Gemini would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover LR2 (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Gemini. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Gemini.
Because 2008 Land Rover LR2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Isuzu Gemini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover LR2 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Land Rover LR2 (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Gemini. (116 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover LR2 | 1981 Isuzu Gemini | |
| Make | Land Rover | Isuzu |
| Model | LR2 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 317 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
