1988 Lada Samara vs. 1988 Holden Gemini
To start off, both 1988 Lada Samara and 1988 Holden Gemini were released in the same year (1988). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Holden Gemini (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada Samara weights approximately 64 kg more than 1988 Holden Gemini.
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, 1988 Holden Gemini (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara. 1988 Holden Gemini has automatic transmission and 1988 Lada Samara has manual transmission. 1988 Lada Samara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Holden Gemini will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lada Samara | 1988 Holden Gemini | |
Make | Lada | Holden |
Model | Samara | Gemini |
Year Released | 1988 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1470 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |