1976 Holden Gemini vs. 1995 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1995 Lotus Esprit is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lotus Esprit (301 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1976 Holden Gemini. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 415 kg more than 1976 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, 1995 Lotus Esprit (380 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Gemini. (128 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Gemini | 1995 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Holden | Lotus |
| Model | Gemini | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |
