1990 Holden Gemini vs. 1996 Honda Today
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 1,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Holden Gemini (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Holden Gemini weights approximately 150 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Holden Gemini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today 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, 1990 Holden Gemini (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1990 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today. 1996 Honda Today has automatic transmission and 1990 Holden Gemini has manual transmission. 1990 Holden Gemini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda Today will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Holden Gemini | 1996 Honda Today | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Gemini | Today |
Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1471 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |