1978 Holden Gemini vs. 1989 Renault 19
To start off, 1989 Renault 19 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Holden Gemini (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1989 Renault 19. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Renault 19 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1978 Holden Gemini.
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, 1989 Renault 19, 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, 1989 Renault 19 (124 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Holden Gemini. (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Holden Gemini | 1989 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Holden | Renault |
| Model | Gemini | 19 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2550 mm |
