1985 Holden Gemini vs. 1999 Honda NSX
To start off, 1999 Honda NSX is newer by 14 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 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1985 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda NSX weights approximately 500 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.
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, 1999 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Gemini | 1999 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Gemini | NSX |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 3177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
