1984 Holden Commodore vs. 1988 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1988 Holden Gemini is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 5,040 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Holden Commodore (169 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1988 Holden Gemini. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Holden Commodore weights approximately 520 kg more than 1988 Holden Gemini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Holden Commodore 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 1984 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Holden Gemini, 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, 1984 Holden Commodore (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Gemini. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Holden Commodore | 1988 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | Commodore | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5040 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
