1982 Renault 5 vs. 1986 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1986 Holden Gemini is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Renault 5 (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1986 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Renault 5 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1986 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, 1982 Renault 5 (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Renault 5 | 1986 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Renault | Holden |
| Model | 5 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2410 mm |
