1983 Holden Gemini vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 13 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1983 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 750 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.
Because 1983 Holden Gemini is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Holden Gemini. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (262 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Gemini | 1996 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Holden | Plymouth |
| Model | Gemini | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2880 mm |
