1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 1985 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1985 Holden Gemini is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 AMC Gremlin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 AMC Gremlin would be higher. At 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 AMC Gremlin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 AMC Gremlin (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1985 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Gremlin should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Gremlin weights approximately 216 kg more than 1985 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, 1970 AMC Gremlin (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 1985 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | AMC | Holden |
| Model | Gremlin | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
