1986 Pontiac 1000 vs. 1982 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1986 Pontiac 1000 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Pontiac 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Holden Gemini (67 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Pontiac 1000 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1982 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, 1982 Holden Gemini (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Pontiac 1000. 1982 Holden Gemini has automatic transmission and 1986 Pontiac 1000 has manual transmission. 1986 Pontiac 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Holden Gemini will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Pontiac 1000 | 1982 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Pontiac | Holden |
| Model | 1000 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2410 mm |
