1979 Holden Gemini vs. 2007 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 28 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 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1979 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden Gemini.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mazda RX-8 (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Holden Gemini. (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Holden Gemini | 2007 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Gemini | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
