1984 Holden Gemini vs. 1988 Porsche 928
To start off, 1988 Porsche 928 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 928 (307 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1984 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 928 weights approximately 575 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, 1988 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Holden Gemini | 1988 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | Gemini | 928 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 307 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
