1980 Vauxhall Chevette vs. 1977 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1980 Vauxhall Chevette is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Holden Gemini (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden Gemini weights approximately 45 kg more than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. 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, 1977 Holden Gemini (127 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. (92 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. 1977 Holden Gemini has automatic transmission and 1980 Vauxhall Chevette has manual transmission. 1980 Vauxhall Chevette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Holden Gemini will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Vauxhall Chevette | 1977 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Holden |
| Model | Chevette | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1256 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2410 mm |
