2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 vs. 1983 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Isuzu Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Isuzu Gemini would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 424 more horse power than 1983 Isuzu Gemini. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1983 Isuzu Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Isuzu Gemini weights approximately 94 kg more than 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500.
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, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 522 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Isuzu Gemini. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Isuzu Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 | 1983 Isuzu Gemini | |
Make | Ford | Isuzu |
Model | Shelby GT 500 | Gemini |
Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1817 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |