1981 Holden Gemini vs. 1995 Nissan Serena
To start off, 1995 Nissan Serena is newer by 14 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 2,283 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Serena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Serena (74 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1981 Holden Gemini. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Serena should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Serena weights approximately 460 kg more than 1981 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, 1995 Nissan Serena (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Gemini. (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Serena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Holden Gemini | 1995 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Gemini | Serena |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1815 cc | 2283 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2740 mm |
