1983 Holden Gemini vs. 1982 Opel Manta
To start off, 1983 Holden Gemini is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Manta would be higher. At 1,979 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Opel Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Manta (110 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1983 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Manta should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Opel Manta weights approximately 135 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, 1982 Opel Manta (161 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Opel Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Gemini | 1982 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Gemini | Manta |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2600 mm |
