1981 Holden Commodore vs. 1984 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1984 Holden Gemini is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Holden Commodore (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1984 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Holden Commodore weights approximately 311 kg more than 1984 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, 1981 Holden Commodore (231 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Gemini. 1981 Holden Commodore has automatic transmission and 1984 Holden Gemini has manual transmission. 1984 Holden Gemini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Holden Commodore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Holden Commodore | 1984 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | Commodore | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
