1977 AMC Matador vs. 1986 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1986 Holden Gemini is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 AMC Matador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 AMC Matador would be higher. At 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 AMC Matador (120 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1986 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 AMC Matador weights approximately 901 kg more than 1986 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, 1977 AMC Matador (298 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1977 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 AMC Matador | 1986 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | AMC | Holden |
| Model | Matador | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1861 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2410 mm |
