1975 Holden Gemini vs. 1980 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1980 Nissan Skyline is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Nissan Skyline (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1975 Holden Gemini. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 294 kg more than 1975 Holden 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, 1980 Nissan Skyline (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Holden Gemini. (127 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Holden Gemini. 1980 Nissan Skyline has automatic transmission and 1975 Holden Gemini has manual transmission. 1975 Holden Gemini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Nissan Skyline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Holden Gemini | 1980 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Gemini | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
