1986 Holden Gemini RB Automatic vs. 1986 Holden Gemini TG Automatic

To start off, both 1986 Holden Gemini RB Automatic and 1986 Holden Gemini TG Automatic were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Holden Gemini TG Automatic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Holden Gemini RB Automatic (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1986 Holden Gemini TG Automatic. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Holden Gemini RB Automatic should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Gemini TG Automatic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Holden Gemini TG Automatic weights approximately 100 kg more than 1986 Holden Gemini RB Automatic.

Because 1986 Holden Gemini TG Automatic 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 1986 Holden Gemini TG Automatic. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Holden Gemini RB Automatic, 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, 1986 Holden Gemini RB Automatic (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Gemini TG Automatic. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Holden Gemini RB Automatic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Gemini TG Automatic.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Holden Gemini RB Automatic 1986 Holden Gemini TG Automatic
Make Holden Holden
Model Gemini Gemini
Year Released 1986 1986
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1471 cc 1584 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 72 HP 66 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 116 Nm 110 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 860 kg 960 kg
Vehicle Length 4040 mm 4250 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 1580 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2410 mm


 

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