1972 Holden Torana vs. 1983 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1983 Holden Gemini is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Torana 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 11 more horse power than 1972 Holden Torana. (55 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Holden Gemini weights approximately 93 kg more than 1972 Holden Torana. 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, 1983 Holden Gemini (106 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Torana. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Torana | 1983 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | Torana | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1159 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
