1983 Holden Gemini vs. 1986 Opel Omega
To start off, 1986 Opel Omega is newer by 3 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Opel Omega (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1983 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Omega weights approximately 240 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, 1986 Opel Omega (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Gemini | 1986 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Gemini | Omega |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2740 mm |
