2012 GMC Yukon vs. 1981 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Isuzu Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Isuzu Gemini would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Yukon (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Gemini. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1599 kg more than 1981 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 GMC Yukon (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Gemini. (116 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 GMC Yukon | 1981 Isuzu Gemini | |
| Make | GMC | Isuzu |
| Model | Yukon | Gemini |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 497 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 4-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2539 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5131 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2007 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1953 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 2410 mm |
