1979 Holden Gemini vs. 2010 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier is newer by 31 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 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Frontier (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1979 Holden Gemini. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 575 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, 2010 Nissan Frontier (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Holden Gemini | 2010 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | Gemini | Frontier |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2486 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3200 mm |