1979 Holden Gemini vs. 2007 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2007 Nissan Patrol 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 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1979 Holden Gemini. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1430 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.
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 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Holden Gemini | 2007 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | Gemini | Patrol |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 4759 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 425 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 2385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2980 mm |