1972 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1981 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1981 Holden Gemini is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Camaro (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1981 Holden Gemini. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 502 kg more than 1981 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, 1972 Chevrolet Camaro (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Gemini. 1981 Holden Gemini has automatic transmission and 1972 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 1972 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Holden Gemini will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Camaro | 1981 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Camaro | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
