1981 Holden Gemini vs. 2008 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2008 Nissan Navara is newer by 27 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1981 Holden Gemini. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Navara weights approximately 1077 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.
Because 2008 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Holden Gemini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Navara will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Holden Gemini | 2008 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Gemini | Navara |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3210 mm |
