1983 Holden Gemini vs. 2006 Mazda Tribute

To start off, 2006 Mazda Tribute is newer by 23 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 2,260 cc, 2006 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1983 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 181 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, 2006 Mazda Tribute (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Gemini. (106 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Gemini.

Compare all specifications:

1983 Holden Gemini 2006 Mazda Tribute
Make Holden Mazda
Model Gemini Tribute
Year Released 1983 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1584 cc 2260 cc
Horse Power 66 HP 153 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 106 Nm 206 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4250 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 948 kg 1129 kg
Vehicle Length 4240 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1580 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2630 mm


 

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