1979 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1986 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1986 Holden Gemini is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1986 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 130 kg more than 1986 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, 1979 Mazda Cosmo (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Gemini. 1986 Holden Gemini has automatic transmission and 1979 Mazda Cosmo has manual transmission. 1979 Mazda Cosmo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Holden Gemini will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda Cosmo | 1986 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Mazda | Holden |
| Model | Cosmo | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1768 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
