2011 Dodge Durango vs. 1979 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 2011 Dodge Durango is newer by 32 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), 2011 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Durango (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1270 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.
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, 2011 Dodge Durango (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. (131 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Dodge Durango | 1979 Isuzu Gemini | |
| Make | Dodge | Isuzu |
| Model | Durango | Gemini |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5075 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1925 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1819 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3043 mm | 2410 mm |
