1995 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1982 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1995 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Roadmaster (257 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1982 Holden Gemini. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1982 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, 1995 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Holden Gemini. (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Holden Gemini. 1995 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 1982 Holden Gemini has manual transmission. 1982 Holden Gemini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Buick Roadmaster | 1982 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Buick | Holden |
| Model | Roadmaster | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1816 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1040 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 |
