1986 Holden Gemini vs. 1994 Opel Omega
To start off, 1994 Opel Omega 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 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Opel Omega (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1986 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Omega weights approximately 550 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, 1994 Opel Omega (227 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Holden Gemini | 1994 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Gemini | Omega |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2740 mm |
