1995 Renault Sport Spider vs. 1983 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1995 Renault Sport Spider is newer by 12 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Sport Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Sport Spider (144 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1983 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Sport Spider should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Holden Gemini weights approximately 25 kg more than 1995 Renault Sport Spider.
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 Renault Sport Spider (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Sport Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Gemini. 1983 Holden Gemini has automatic transmission and 1995 Renault Sport Spider has manual transmission. 1995 Renault Sport Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Holden Gemini will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Renault Sport Spider | 1983 Holden Gemini | |
Make | Renault | Holden |
Model | Sport Spider | Gemini |
Year Released | 1995 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |