1978 Holden Gemini vs. 1968 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1978 Holden Gemini is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mazda Luce (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1978 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mazda Luce weights approximately 205 kg more than 1978 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, 1968 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Holden Gemini. (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Holden Gemini | 1968 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Holden | Mazda |
Model | Gemini | Luce |
Year Released | 1978 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |