1983 Holden Gemini vs. 1988 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 1988 Nissan Prairie is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Nissan Prairie (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1983 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Nissan Prairie should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan Prairie weights approximately 23 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.
Because 1983 Holden Gemini is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Holden Gemini. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Nissan Prairie, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Nissan Prairie (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Nissan Prairie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Gemini | 1988 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Gemini | Prairie |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
