1983 Holden Gemini vs. 1988 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1988 Nissan Silvia 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 1,808 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Nissan Silvia (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1983 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 240 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, 1988 Nissan Silvia (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Nissan Silvia 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 Silvia | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Gemini | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1808 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |
