1975 Holden Gemini vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 33 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1975 Holden Gemini. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 678 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.
Because 1975 Holden Gemini is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Holden Gemini. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Honda Accord (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Holden Gemini. (127 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Holden Gemini | 2008 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Gemini | Accord |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |
