1976 Holden Gemini vs. 1997 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1997 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 21 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 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Pontiac Firebird (198 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1976 Holden Gemini. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 640 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, 1997 Pontiac Firebird (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Gemini. (128 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Gemini | 1997 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Holden | Pontiac |
| Model | Gemini | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 3785 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2570 mm |
