2009 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1980 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Isuzu Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Isuzu Gemini would be higher. At 3,630 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (268 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1980 Isuzu Gemini. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1980 Isuzu Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1657 kg more than 1980 Isuzu Gemini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Isuzu Gemini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (641 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 512 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Isuzu Gemini. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Isuzu Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Range Rover | 1980 Isuzu Gemini | |
| Make | Land Rover | Isuzu |
| Model | Range Rover | Gemini |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3630 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 641 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2717 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
