1986 Holden Gemini vs. 2001 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2001 Mazda B2500 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda B2500 (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1986 Holden Gemini. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 880 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.
Because 2001 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Holden Gemini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mazda B2500 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, 2001 Mazda B2500 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Gemini. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Holden Gemini | 2001 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Gemini | B2500 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1471 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2990 mm |
