2005 Dodge Viper vs. 1984 Holden Gemini
To start off, 2005 Dodge Viper is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 8,284 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 434 more horse power than 1984 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Viper weights approximately 591 kg more than 1984 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, 2005 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 602 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Viper | 1984 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Viper | Gemini |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8284 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1546 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
