1981 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1980 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1981 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 2,210 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Holden Gemini (67 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. (66 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 240 kg more than 1980 Holden Gemini.
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, 1981 Mazda Cosmo (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Gemini. 1980 Holden Gemini has automatic transmission and 1981 Mazda Cosmo has manual transmission. 1981 Mazda Cosmo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Holden Gemini will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda Cosmo | 1980 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Mazda | Holden |
| Model | Cosmo | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2210 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
