1994 Opel Omega vs. 1978 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1994 Opel Omega is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Opel Omega (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1978 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Omega weights approximately 483 kg more than 1978 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, 1994 Opel Omega (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Holden Gemini. (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Holden Gemini. 1978 Holden Gemini has automatic transmission and 1994 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 1994 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Holden Gemini will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Opel Omega | 1978 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Opel | Holden |
| Model | Omega | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2410 mm |
