1979 Holden Gemini vs. 1996 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1996 Honda Shuttle is newer by 17 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 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Shuttle (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1979 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 587 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.
Because 1979 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 1979 Holden Gemini. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Shuttle, 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, 1996 Honda Shuttle (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Holden Gemini. (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Holden Gemini. 1996 Honda Shuttle has automatic transmission and 1979 Holden Gemini has manual transmission. 1979 Holden Gemini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda Shuttle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Holden Gemini | 1996 Honda Shuttle | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Gemini | Shuttle |
Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2157 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1532 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |