1984 Honda Jazz vs. 1988 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1988 Holden Gemini is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 1,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Holden Gemini (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1984 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Holden Gemini weights approximately 160 kg more than 1984 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1988 Holden Gemini (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Jazz. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Jazz | 1988 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Honda | Holden |
| Model | Jazz | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1231 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2410 mm |
