1976 Mazda 818 vs. 1982 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1982 Holden Gemini is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda 818 (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1982 Holden Gemini. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda 818 should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda 818 weights approximately 47 kg more than 1982 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, 1982 Holden Gemini (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda 818 | 1982 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Mazda | Holden |
| Model | 818 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2410 mm |
