1982 Holden Gemini vs. 1980 Pontiac 1000
To start off, 1982 Holden Gemini is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Pontiac 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Pontiac 1000 would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Pontiac 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Holden Gemini (66 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1980 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1980 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Pontiac 1000 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1982 Holden Gemini.
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, 1980 Pontiac 1000 (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Holden Gemini. (106 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Pontiac 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Holden Gemini | 1980 Pontiac 1000 | |
| Make | Holden | Pontiac |
| Model | Gemini | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2400 mm |
