1977 Holden Gemini vs. 1987 Opel Monza
To start off, 1987 Opel Monza is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Opel Monza (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1977 Holden Gemini. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Monza weights approximately 420 kg more than 1977 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, 1987 Opel Monza (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Gemini. (127 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden Gemini | 1987 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Gemini | Monza |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
