1979 Holden Gemini vs. 1972 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1979 Holden Gemini is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan Bluebird (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1979 Holden Gemini. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Holden Gemini weights approximately 25 kg more than 1972 Nissan Bluebird.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Nissan Bluebird (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Holden Gemini | 1972 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Gemini | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |
