1979 Honda Accord vs. 1982 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1982 Holden Gemini is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Accord (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1982 Holden Gemini. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Holden Gemini weights approximately 65 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord.
Because 1982 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 1982 Holden Gemini. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Honda Accord, 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, 1979 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Accord | 1982 Holden Gemini | |
Make | Honda | Holden |
Model | Accord | Gemini |
Year Released | 1979 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2410 mm |