1979 Holden Gemini vs. 2011 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Sentra is newer by 32 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Sentra (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1979 Holden Gemini. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 427 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, 2011 Nissan Sentra, 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, 2011 Nissan Sentra (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Holden Gemini | 2011 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Gemini | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1382 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4575 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2685 mm |
