2010 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1981 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 29 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Gemini. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1799 kg more than 1981 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, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Gemini. (116 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chevrolet Suburban | 1981 Isuzu Gemini | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
| Model | Suburban | Gemini |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 517 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2739 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5649 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2009 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1951 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3302 mm | 2410 mm |
