2012 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1984 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Isuzu Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Isuzu Gemini would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1984 Isuzu Gemini. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1984 Isuzu Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1249 kg more than 1984 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Isuzu Gemini. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Isuzu Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Chevrolet Silverado | 1984 Isuzu Gemini | |
Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
Model | Silverado | Gemini |
Year Released | 2012 | 1984 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1817 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2311 kg | 1062 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5847 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2032 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1875 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3645 mm | 2410 mm |