1980 Cadillac Seville 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 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Cadillac Seville (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1982 Holden Gemini. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 935 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.
Because 1982 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 1982 Holden Gemini. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Cadillac Seville, 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, 1980 Cadillac Seville (305 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Cadillac Seville | 1982 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Cadillac | Holden |
| Model | Seville | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2410 mm |
