1979 Holden Gemini vs. 1976 Mazda 929
To start off, 1979 Holden Gemini is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1979 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda 929 weights approximately 129 kg more than 1979 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, 1976 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Holden Gemini. (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Holden Gemini | 1976 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Gemini | 929 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
