1984 Holden Gemini vs. 1999 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 15 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Passat (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1984 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 605 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.
Because 1999 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Holden Gemini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Passat will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen Passat (316 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Holden Gemini | 1999 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | Gemini | Passat |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
