1984 Holden Gemini vs. 1970 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1984 Holden Gemini is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac Firebird (173 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1984 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 641 kg more than 1984 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, 1970 Pontiac Firebird (421 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Holden Gemini | 1970 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Holden | Pontiac |
| Model | Gemini | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 6547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 421 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |
