1968 Holden Monaro vs. 1983 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1983 Holden Gemini is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Holden Monaro (215 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1983 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1983 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, 1968 Holden Monaro (443 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Monaro | 1983 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | Monaro | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 443 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
