2010 GMC Acadia vs. 1979 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 2010 GMC Acadia is newer by 31 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1162 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.
Because 1979 Isuzu Gemini is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Isuzu Gemini. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 GMC Acadia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. (111 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 GMC Acadia | 1979 Isuzu Gemini | |
| Make | GMC | Isuzu |
| Model | Acadia | Gemini |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2142 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5098 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1986 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1849 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2410 mm |
