1976 Holden Gemini vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1981 Nissan Sunny is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 1,680 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Gemini (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 10 kg more than 1976 Holden Gemini.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Holden Gemini (128 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Gemini | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Gemini | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1680 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
