1989 Holden Commodore vs. 1984 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1989 Holden Commodore is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Holden Commodore (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1984 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Holden Commodore weights approximately 355 kg more than 1984 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, 1989 Holden Commodore (292 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Holden Commodore | 1984 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | Commodore | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2410 mm |
