1969 Dodge Coronet vs. 1990 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1990 Holden Gemini is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Coronet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Coronet would be higher. At 3,690 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Coronet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Coronet (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1990 Holden Gemini. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Coronet should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Coronet weights approximately 500 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 1969 Dodge Coronet 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 1969 Dodge Coronet. 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, 1969 Dodge Coronet (292 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Gemini. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Coronet | 1990 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Coronet | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3690 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2410 mm |
