1978 Holden Gemini vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 29 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1978 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 595 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier, 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Holden Gemini. (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Holden Gemini | 2007 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Gemini | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3200 mm |
