1980 Avanti Avanti vs. 1982 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1982 Holden Gemini is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Avanti Avanti (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1982 Holden Gemini. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 585 kg more than 1982 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, 1980 Avanti Avanti (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Avanti Avanti | 1982 Holden Gemini | |
Make | Avanti | Holden |
Model | Avanti | Gemini |
Year Released | 1980 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2410 mm |