1988 Porsche 928 vs. 1985 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1988 Porsche 928 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 928 (307 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1985 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 928 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1985 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, 1988 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Porsche 928 | 1985 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Porsche | Holden |
| Model | 928 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 307 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
