1983 Buick LeSabre vs. 1982 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1983 Buick LeSabre is newer by 1 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Buick LeSabre (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1982 Holden Gemini. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 635 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, 1983 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Holden Gemini. 1983 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1982 Holden Gemini has manual transmission. 1982 Holden Gemini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Buick LeSabre | 1982 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Buick | Holden |
| Model | LeSabre | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
