1974 Buick Centurion vs. 1982 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1982 Holden Gemini is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Buick Centurion (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1982 Holden Gemini. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Centurion weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1982 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, 1974 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Holden Gemini. (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Holden Gemini. 1974 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 1982 Holden Gemini has manual transmission. 1982 Holden Gemini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Buick Centurion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Buick Centurion | 1982 Holden Gemini | |
Make | Buick | Holden |
Model | Centurion | Gemini |
Year Released | 1974 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1816 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2410 mm |