1978 Holden Gemini vs. 1975 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1978 Holden Gemini is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volkswagen Golf (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1978 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Holden Gemini weights approximately 125 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1978 Holden Gemini is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Holden Gemini. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen Golf, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Volkswagen Golf (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Holden Gemini. (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1975 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Holden Gemini | 1975 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | Gemini | Golf |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
