1983 Holden Gemini vs. 1984 Marcos Mantula
To start off, 1984 Marcos Mantula is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Marcos Mantula is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Marcos Mantula (190 HP @ 5280 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1983 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Marcos Mantula should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Holden Gemini weights approximately 55 kg more than 1984 Marcos Mantula.
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, 1984 Marcos Mantula (299 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Marcos Mantula will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Holden Gemini | 1984 Marcos Mantula | |
Make | Holden | Marcos |
Model | Gemini | Mantula |
Year Released | 1983 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 3532 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5280 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2280 mm |