1981 Holden Gemini vs. 2007 Honda NSX
To start off, 2007 Honda NSX is newer by 26 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1981 Holden Gemini. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda NSX weights approximately 530 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, 2007 Honda NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Gemini. 2007 Honda NSX 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. 2007 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Holden Gemini | 2007 Honda NSX | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Gemini | NSX |
Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 284 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2540 mm |