2011 Nissan Armada vs. 1979 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 2011 Nissan Armada 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 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1587 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 Nissan Armada (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Nissan Armada | 1979 Isuzu Gemini | |
Make | Nissan | Isuzu |
Model | Armada | 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 | 317 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 521 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2512 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5276 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2014 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1961 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3129 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 52 L |