1978 Holden Gemini vs. 2000 Honda S2000
To start off, 2000 Honda S2000 is newer by 22 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1978 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda S2000 weights approximately 320 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, 2000 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Holden Gemini. (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Holden Gemini | 2000 Honda S2000 | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Gemini | S2000 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8600 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 208 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2370 mm |