1981 Holden Gemini vs. 1996 Nissan Stagea
To start off, 1996 Nissan Stagea is newer by 15 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 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Stagea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Stagea (187 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1981 Holden Gemini. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Stagea should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Stagea weights approximately 671 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, 1996 Nissan Stagea (234 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Stagea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Gemini. 1996 Nissan Stagea has automatic transmission and 1981 Holden Gemini has manual transmission. 1981 Holden Gemini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Nissan Stagea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Holden Gemini | 1996 Nissan Stagea | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | Gemini | Stagea |
Year Released | 1981 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 234 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1626 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |