1978 Holden Gemini vs. 2005 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2005 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 27 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), 2005 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Hardbody (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1978 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 550 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Hardbody (209 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Holden Gemini. (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Holden Gemini | 2005 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Gemini | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| 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 | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1495 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2690 mm |
