1975 Holden Gemini vs. 1985 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1985 Lotus Esprit is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lotus Esprit (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1975 Holden Gemini. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 168 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, 1985 Lotus Esprit (217 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Holden Gemini. (127 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Holden Gemini | 1985 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Holden | Lotus |
| Model | Gemini | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1068 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2490 mm |
