1983 Holden Gemini vs. 1999 Mahindra CL
To start off, 1999 Mahindra CL 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 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Holden Gemini (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mahindra CL weights approximately 275 kg more than 1983 Holden Gemini.
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 Mahindra CL (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Gemini | 1999 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Holden | Mahindra |
| Model | Gemini | CL |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2040 mm |
