2009 Nissan Titan vs. 1979 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 2009 Nissan Titan is newer by 30 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 5,598 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Titan (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu Gemini.
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 Nissan Titan (385 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. (116 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Titan | 1979 Isuzu Gemini | |
| Make | Nissan | Isuzu |
| Model | Titan | Gemini |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5598 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 313 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1580 mm |
