1978 Holden Gemini vs. 1990 Nissan Presea
To start off, 1990 Nissan Presea is newer by 12 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Nissan Presea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan Presea (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1978 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Presea should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan Presea weights approximately 145 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 1978 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 1978 Holden Gemini. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Presea, 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, 1990 Nissan Presea (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Holden Gemini. (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Nissan Presea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Holden Gemini | 1990 Nissan Presea | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | Gemini | Presea |
Year Released | 1978 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |