1985 Holden Gemini vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 22 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 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (141 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1985 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 724 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, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Holden Gemini | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | Gemini | Hardbody |
Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2960 mm |