2008 Toyota Tundra vs. 1979 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tundra is newer by 29 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tundra (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 390 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, 2008 Toyota Tundra (361 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. (116 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Tundra | 1979 Isuzu Gemini | |
| Make | Toyota | Isuzu |
| Model | Tundra | Gemini |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2410 mm |
