1983 Holden Gemini vs. 2010 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1983 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1173 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, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder (390 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Gemini. (106 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Gemini. 2010 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 1983 Holden Gemini has manual transmission. 1983 Holden Gemini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Gemini | 2010 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Gemini | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 2121 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4884 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1834 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2850 mm |
