1983 Holden Gemini vs. 1987 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 4 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1983 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 483 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, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (454 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Gemini. 1987 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 1983 Holden Gemini has manual transmission. 1983 Holden Gemini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Gemini | 1987 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Holden | Chevrolet |
| Model | Gemini | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |
