1980 Holden Statesman vs. 1989 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1989 Holden Gemini is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Holden Statesman (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1989 Holden Gemini. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Statesman weights approximately 862 kg more than 1989 Holden Gemini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Holden Statesman 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 1980 Holden Statesman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Holden Gemini, 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 Holden Statesman (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Gemini. (117 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Holden Statesman | 1989 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | Statesman | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2410 mm |
