1999 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1976 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (340 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1976 Holden Gemini. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 620 kg more than 1976 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, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Gemini. (128 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Corvette | 1976 Holden Gemini | |
Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
Model | Corvette | Gemini |
Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 483 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |