1979 Holden Gemini vs. 1986 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1986 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mitsubishi Galant (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1979 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 85 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, 1986 Mitsubishi Galant (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Holden Gemini. (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Holden Gemini | 1986 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Holden | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Gemini | Galant |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
