1989 Holden Gemini vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1989 Holden Gemini is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Holden Gemini (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Luce weights approximately 290 kg more than 1989 Holden Gemini.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Gemini. (117 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Holden Gemini | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Gemini | Luce |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1471 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
