2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 1978 Holden Gemini
To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Nitro (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1978 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden Gemini.
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, 2007 Dodge Nitro (360 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Holden Gemini. (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Nitro | 1978 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Nitro | Gemini |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3952 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
