1979 Holden Gemini vs. 1983 Volvo 760
To start off, 1983 Volvo 760 is newer by 4 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 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Volvo 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Volvo 760 (156 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1979 Holden Gemini. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Volvo 760 should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Volvo 760 weights approximately 370 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, 1983 Volvo 760 (234 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Volvo 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Holden Gemini | 1983 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | Gemini | 760 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2780 mm |
