1985 Holden Gemini vs. 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda
To start off, 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda (309 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1985 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1140 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 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, 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Gemini. 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda has automatic transmission and 1985 Holden Gemini has manual transmission. 1985 Holden Gemini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Gemini | 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda | |
| Make | Holden | Aston Martin |
| Model | Gemini | Lagonda |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2920 mm |
