1978 Holden Gemini vs. 1999 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 1999 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 21 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 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Terrano II (126 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1978 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 933 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 1999 Nissan Terrano II 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, 1999 Nissan Terrano II 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, 1999 Nissan Terrano II (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Holden Gemini. (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Holden Gemini. 1999 Nissan Terrano II has automatic transmission and 1978 Holden Gemini has manual transmission. 1978 Holden Gemini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Nissan Terrano II will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Holden Gemini | 1999 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Gemini | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1878 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
