1983 Holden Gemini vs. 1974 Volvo 245
To start off, 1983 Holden Gemini is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volvo 245. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volvo 245 would be higher. At 2,127 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Volvo 245 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Volvo 245 (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1983 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Volvo 245 should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Volvo 245 weights approximately 439 kg more than 1983 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, 1974 Volvo 245 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Volvo 245 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Gemini | 1974 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | Gemini | 245 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1394 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2650 mm |
