2011 Infiniti M vs. 1979 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 2011 Infiniti M 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti M (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti M weights approximately 885 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 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. (116 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Infiniti M | 1979 Isuzu Gemini | |
| Make | Infiniti | Isuzu |
| Model | M | Gemini |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5600 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1827 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4945 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1844 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1501 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2901 mm | 2410 mm |
