1986 Opel Corsa vs. 1986 Holden Gemini
To start off, both 1986 Opel Corsa and 1986 Holden Gemini were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Holden Gemini (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1986 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Holden Gemini weights approximately 90 kg more than 1986 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1986 Holden Gemini (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Corsa. (69 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Corsa. 1986 Holden Gemini has automatic transmission and 1986 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 1986 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Holden Gemini will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Opel Corsa | 1986 Holden Gemini | |
Make | Opel | Holden |
Model | Corsa | Gemini |
Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 1471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |