1992 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1981 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1992 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Buick Roadmaster (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1981 Holden Gemini. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 950 kg more than 1981 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, 1992 Buick Roadmaster (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Gemini. (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Gemini. 1992 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 1981 Holden Gemini has manual transmission. 1981 Holden Gemini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Buick Roadmaster | 1981 Holden Gemini | |
Make | Buick | Holden |
Model | Roadmaster | Gemini |
Year Released | 1992 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1815 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |