2004 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1983 Holden Gemini
To start off, 2004 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 21 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1983 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 734 kg more than 1983 Holden Gemini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Holden Gemini is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Holden Gemini. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Buick Park Avenue, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Buick Park Avenue (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Gemini. (106 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Gemini. 2004 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1983 Holden Gemini has manual transmission. 1983 Holden Gemini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Park Avenue | 1983 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Buick | Holden |
| Model | Park Avenue | Gemini |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |
