1983 Holden Gemini vs. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 16 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 5,992 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (567 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 501 more horse power than 1983 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 575 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, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (630 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Gemini | 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Holden | Lamborghini |
| Model | Gemini | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 5992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 567 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
