1983 Holden Gemini vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1983 Holden Gemini is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda Luce (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1983 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 102 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Gemini. (106 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Gemini | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Gemini | Luce |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
