1983 Holden Gemini vs. 1977 Holden GTS
To start off, 1983 Holden Gemini is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden GTS would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Holden GTS (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1983 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden GTS should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden GTS weights approximately 520 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, 1977 Holden GTS (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1977 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Gemini | 1977 Holden GTS | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | Gemini | GTS |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |
