1969 Opel Rekord vs. 1983 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1983 Holden Gemini is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Holden Gemini (66 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1969 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Opel Rekord weights approximately 142 kg more 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, 1983 Holden Gemini (106 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Rekord. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Rekord. 1983 Holden Gemini has automatic transmission and 1969 Opel Rekord has manual transmission. 1969 Opel Rekord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Holden Gemini will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Opel Rekord | 1983 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Opel | Holden |
| Model | Rekord | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
