1975 Holden Gemini vs. 1987 Lada 2104
To start off, 1987 Lada 2104 is newer by 12 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 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Holden Gemini (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1987 Lada 2104. (71 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lada 2104 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1975 Holden Gemini.
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, 1975 Holden Gemini (127 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada 2104. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1975 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Holden Gemini | 1987 Lada 2104 | |
Make | Holden | Lada |
Model | Gemini | 2104 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |