1983 Holden Gemini vs. 1983 Opel Ascona
To start off, both 1983 Holden Gemini and 1983 Opel Ascona were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Ascona (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1983 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Holden Gemini weights approximately 35 kg more than 1983 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Holden Gemini (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1983 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Holden Gemini | 1983 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Holden | Opel |
Model | Gemini | Ascona |
Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |