1983 Holden Gemini vs. 1979 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1983 Holden Gemini is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Plymouth Volare (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1983 Holden Gemini. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 425 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, 1979 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Gemini. (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Gemini | 1979 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Holden | Plymouth |
| Model | Gemini | Volare |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1817 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |
