1984 Holden Gemini vs. 2009 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1984 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 487 kg more than 1984 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, 2009 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Gemini. 2009 Nissan Frontier has automatic transmission and 1984 Holden Gemini has manual transmission. 1984 Holden Gemini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Holden Gemini | 2009 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Gemini | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3200 mm |
