1985 Holden Gemini vs. 1996 Honda CRX
To start off, 1996 Honda CRX is newer by 11 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CRX (131 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1985 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda CRX weights approximately 90 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.
Because 1985 Holden Gemini 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 Holden Gemini. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX, 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, 1996 Honda CRX (144 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Gemini | 1996 Honda CRX | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Gemini | CRX |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2380 mm |
