1973 Chrysler Charger vs. 1975 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1975 Holden Gemini is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Charger (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1975 Holden Gemini. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 430 kg more than 1975 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, 1973 Chrysler Charger (318 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Holden Gemini. (127 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Charger | 1975 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Chrysler | Holden |
| Model | Charger | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
