1996 GAZ 3110 vs. 1981 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1996 GAZ 3110 is newer by 15 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 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 GAZ 3110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 GAZ 3110 (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1981 Holden Gemini. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 GAZ 3110 should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Gemini.
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, 1996 GAZ 3110 (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 GAZ 3110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 GAZ 3110 | 1981 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | GAZ | Holden |
| Model | 3110 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |
