1983 Holden Gemini vs. 1980 Volvo 244
To start off, 1983 Holden Gemini is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 244. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 244 would be higher. At 2,383 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Volvo 244 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volvo 244 (136 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1983 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volvo 244 should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 244 weights approximately 338 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, 1980 Volvo 244 (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Volvo 244 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Gemini | 1980 Volvo 244 | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | Gemini | 244 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2650 mm |
