1986 Holden Gemini vs. 1986 Nissan Micra
To start off, both 1986 Holden Gemini and 1986 Nissan Micra were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Holden Gemini (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Holden Gemini weights approximately 294 kg more than 1986 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Holden Gemini is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Holden Gemini. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Micra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1986 Holden Gemini (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Holden Gemini | 1986 Nissan Micra | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | Gemini | Micra |
Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 666 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2310 mm |