1978 Holden Gemini vs. 1984 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1984 Nissan Patrol is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Nissan Patrol (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1978 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1130 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.
Because 1984 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Holden Gemini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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, 1984 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Holden Gemini. (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Holden Gemini | 1984 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Gemini | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 3245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2980 mm |
