1981 Holden Gemini vs. 1984 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1984 Nissan Stanza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 1,815 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Nissan Stanza (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1981 Holden Gemini. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Holden Gemini weights approximately 168 kg more than 1984 Nissan Stanza.
Because 1981 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 1981 Holden Gemini. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Stanza, 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, 1984 Nissan Stanza (130 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Gemini. (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Holden Gemini | 1984 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Gemini | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1815 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |
