1979 Holden Gemini vs. 1982 Renault 5
To start off, 1982 Renault 5 is newer by 3 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 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Renault 5 (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1979 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Renault 5 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1979 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, 1982 Renault 5 (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Holden Gemini. (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Holden Gemini | 1982 Renault 5 | |
Make | Holden | Renault |
Model | Gemini | 5 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2490 mm |