1983 Holden Gemini vs. 1970 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1983 Holden Gemini is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Nissan Laurel (93 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1983 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 70 kg more than 1983 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, 1970 Nissan Laurel (162 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Gemini | 1970 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Gemini | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
