1983 Holden Gemini vs. 2010 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier is newer by 27 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 3,953 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Frontier (257 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1983 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Gemini.
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, 2010 Nissan Frontier (281 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Gemini | 2010 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Gemini | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1860 mm |
