1969 Dodge Dart vs. 1984 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1984 Holden Gemini is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Dart (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1984 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Dart weights approximately 400 kg more than 1984 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, 1969 Dodge Dart (299 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Dart | 1984 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Dart | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
