1985 Austin Montego vs. 1985 Holden Gemini
To start off, both 1985 Austin Montego and 1985 Holden Gemini were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Austin Montego (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1985 Holden Gemini. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Austin Montego weights approximately 220 kg more than 1985 Holden Gemini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1985 Austin Montego (181 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Gemini. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Gemini. 1985 Holden Gemini has automatic transmission and 1985 Austin Montego has manual transmission. 1985 Austin Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Holden Gemini will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Austin Montego | 1985 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | Montego | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
