1993 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 1983 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood (185 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1983 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1983 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, 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Cadillac Fleetwood | 1983 Holden Gemini | |
Make | Cadillac | Holden |
Model | Fleetwood | Gemini |
Year Released | 1993 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2410 mm |