1976 Holden Gemini vs. 1998 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1998 Nissan Sunny is newer by 22 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Gemini (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 260 kg more than 1976 Holden Gemini.
Because 1976 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 1976 Holden Gemini. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Sunny, 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, 1998 Nissan Sunny (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Gemini. (128 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Gemini | 1998 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Gemini | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
