1998 Honda NSX vs. 1981 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1998 Honda NSX is newer by 17 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1981 Holden Gemini. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda NSX weights approximately 435 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, 1998 Honda NSX (311 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Gemini. 1981 Holden Gemini has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1998 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Holden Gemini will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda NSX | 1981 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Honda | Holden |
| Model | NSX | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2410 mm |
