2001 Cadillac XLR vs. 1985 Holden Gemini
To start off, 2001 Cadillac XLR is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Cadillac XLR (316 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1985 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 694 kg more than 1985 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, 2001 Cadillac XLR (401 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Cadillac XLR | 1985 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Cadillac | Holden |
| Model | XLR | Gemini |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |
