1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1986 Holden Gemini

To start off, 1986 Holden Gemini is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,050 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Buick Riviera (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1986 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 940 kg more than 1986 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, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 535 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Gemini. 1968 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1986 Holden Gemini has manual transmission. 1986 Holden Gemini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Buick Riviera 1986 Holden Gemini
Make Buick Holden
Model Riviera Gemini
Year Released 1968 1986
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7050 cc 1584 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 305 HP 66 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 645 Nm 110 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1900 kg 960 kg
Vehicle Length 5370 mm 4250 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1580 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2410 mm