1968 Opel Diplomat vs. 1990 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1990 Holden Gemini is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Diplomat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Diplomat would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Opel Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Opel Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1990 Holden Gemini. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Opel Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Opel Diplomat weights approximately 830 kg more than 1990 Holden Gemini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Opel Diplomat is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Opel Diplomat. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Holden Gemini, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Opel Diplomat (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Gemini. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Opel Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Opel Diplomat | 1990 Holden Gemini | |
Make | Opel | Holden |
Model | Diplomat | Gemini |
Year Released | 1968 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |