1981 Holden Gemini vs. 1977 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1981 Holden Gemini is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,979 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Opel Kadett (108 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1981 Holden Gemini. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Holden Gemini weights approximately 105 kg more than 1977 Opel Kadett.
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 Opel Kadett (162 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1977 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Holden Gemini | 1977 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Gemini | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |
