1984 Holden Gemini vs. 2001 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2001 Lotus Exige is newer by 17 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lotus Exige (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1984 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Holden Gemini weights approximately 175 kg more than 2001 Lotus Exige.
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, 2001 Lotus Exige (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Holden Gemini | 2001 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Holden | Lotus |
| Model | Gemini | Exige |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2310 mm |
