1985 Opel Senator vs. 1986 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1986 Holden Gemini is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Opel Senator would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Opel Senator (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1986 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Opel Senator weights approximately 366 kg more than 1986 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, 1985 Opel Senator (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Opel Senator | 1986 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Opel | Holden |
| Model | Senator | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |
