2011 Ford F-250 vs. 1983 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 2011 Ford F-250 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Isuzu Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Isuzu Gemini would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-250 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1983 Isuzu Gemini. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1983 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, 2011 Ford F-250 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Isuzu Gemini. (116 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Isuzu Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford F-250 | 1983 Isuzu Gemini | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | F-250 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 548 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 6269 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2029 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1966 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3967 mm | 2410 mm |
