2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1986 Holden Gemini
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (612 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 546 more horse power than 1986 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 622 kg more than 1986 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (596 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 486 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1986 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Corvette | Gemini |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 612 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 596 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1582 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |
