1978 Holden Gemini vs. 1996 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1996 Nissan Sunny is newer by 18 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 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1978 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 215 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, 1996 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, 1996 Nissan Sunny (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Holden Gemini. (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Holden Gemini | 1996 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | Gemini | Sunny |
Year Released | 1978 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1530 mm |