1981 Holden Gemini vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1981 Holden Gemini. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 793 kg more than 1981 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, 2012 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Holden Gemini | 2012 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Holden | Cadillac |
| Model | Gemini | CTS |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2880 mm |
