1986 Holden Gemini vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Debonair
To start off, 1986 Holden Gemini is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mitsubishi Debonair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mitsubishi Debonair would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mitsubishi Debonair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mitsubishi Debonair (111 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1986 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mitsubishi Debonair should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mitsubishi Debonair weights approximately 430 kg more than 1986 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, 1979 Mitsubishi Debonair (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Mitsubishi Debonair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Gemini. 1979 Mitsubishi Debonair has automatic transmission and 1986 Holden Gemini has manual transmission. 1986 Holden Gemini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Mitsubishi Debonair will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Holden Gemini | 1979 Mitsubishi Debonair | |
| Make | Holden | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Gemini | Debonair |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
