1982 Opel Ascona vs. 1984 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1984 Holden Gemini is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Ascona (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1984 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Holden Gemini weights approximately 35 kg more than 1982 Opel Ascona.
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, 1984 Holden Gemini (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1984 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Ascona | 1984 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Opel | Holden |
| Model | Ascona | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2410 mm |
