1995 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1981 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1995 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Infiniti Q45 (278 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1981 Holden Gemini. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 795 kg more than 1981 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, 1995 Infiniti Q45 (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Infiniti Q45 | 1981 Holden Gemini | |
Make | Infiniti | Holden |
Model | Q45 | Gemini |
Year Released | 1995 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4494 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 278 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 396 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |