1979 Holden Gemini vs. 1980 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1980 Opel Ascona is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Holden Gemini (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1980 Opel Ascona. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1980 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Opel Ascona weights approximately 65 kg more than 1979 Holden Gemini.
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, 1979 Holden Gemini (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Opel Ascona. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Holden Gemini | 1980 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Holden | Opel |
Model | Gemini | Ascona |
Year Released | 1979 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |