1982 Holden Gemini vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1982 Holden Gemini is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volvo 240 (81 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1982 Holden Gemini. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Volvo 240 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1982 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, 1975 Volvo 240 (158 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Holden Gemini | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | Gemini | 240 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2650 mm |
