1983 Holden Gemini vs. 1993 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1993 TVR Griffith is newer by 10 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1983 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 TVR Griffith weights approximately 114 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, 1993 TVR Griffith (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Gemini. (106 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Gemini | 1993 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Holden | TVR |
| Model | Gemini | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2290 mm |
