1983 Holden Gemini vs. 2013 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2013 Nissan Quest is newer by 30 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Quest (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1983 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Quest weights approximately 1044 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, 2013 Nissan Quest, 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, 2013 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Holden Gemini | 2013 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | Gemini | Quest |
Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1999 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1971 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1854 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3000 mm |