1986 Holden Gemini vs. 1994 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1994 Lotus Esprit is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lotus Esprit (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1986 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Gemini.
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, 1994 Lotus Esprit (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Holden Gemini | 1994 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Holden | Lotus |
| Model | Gemini | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |
