1982 Holden Gemini vs. 2005 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2005 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 456 more horse power than 1982 Holden Gemini. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 795 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, 2005 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Holden Gemini | 2005 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Holden | Lamborghini |
| Model | Gemini | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
