1985 Holden Gemini vs. 1985 Skoda L
To start off, both 1985 Holden Gemini and 1985 Skoda L were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Holden Gemini (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1985 Skoda L. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1985 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Skoda L weights approximately 30 kg more than 1985 Holden Gemini.
Because 1985 Skoda L is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Skoda L. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Holden Gemini, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Holden Gemini (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Skoda L. (103 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1985 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Gemini | 1985 Skoda L | |
| Make | Holden | Skoda |
| Model | Gemini | L |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1471 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
