1982 Cadillac Seville vs. 1979 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1982 Cadillac Seville is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 4,079 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Cadillac Seville (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1979 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 745 kg more than 1979 Holden Gemini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Holden Gemini 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 1979 Holden Gemini. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Cadillac Seville, 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, 1982 Cadillac Seville (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Holden Gemini. (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Cadillac Seville | 1979 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Cadillac | Holden |
| Model | Seville | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4079 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2410 mm |
