1999 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1979 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1999 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1979 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 230 kg more than 1979 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 De Tomaso Guara (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Holden Gemini. (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 De Tomaso Guara | 1979 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Holden |
| Model | Guara | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
