1983 Holden Gemini vs. 1975 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1983 Holden Gemini is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Nissan Laurel (97 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1983 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 172 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, 1975 Nissan Laurel (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Gemini. (106 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1975 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 | 1975 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Gemini | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
