1985 Holden Gemini vs. 1996 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 1996 Nissan Terrano is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Terrano (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1985 Holden Gemini. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 990 kg more than 1985 Holden Gemini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Holden Gemini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Terrano will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Nissan Terrano (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Gemini. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Gemini | 1996 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Gemini | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1471 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
