RB Gemini Specifications

Date of Introduction

May 20, 1985

Discontinued during 1987

Model Line Up

Gemini SL: (8RB69)

Gemini SL/X: (8RC69)

Gemini SL/E: (8RE69)

Prices at introduction

Gemini SL: $8 809

Gemini SL/X: $9 495

Gemini SL/E: $10 409

Total Number Built

16 263

Identification Information

All new body shape. Looked wider and squarer than previous models and somewhat resembles the Holden Astra that replaced it.

Engines

1.5 Isuzu 4 cylinder

Option Number: LN6

Engine prefix: 4XC1

Type: Conventional, watercooled four stroke, reciprocating piston type

Capacity: 1.471 litres

Cylinders: Six

Configuration: Front mounted, longitudinal, inline

Head Design: Cross-flow aluminium

Fuel System: Two barrel downdraft mounted on four-branch water heated aluminium intake manifold, electrically controlled automatic choke Nikki 2 barrel Carburettor

Power: 54 kW @ 5600rpm

Torque: 116 Nm @ 3600rpm

Compression Ratio: 9.0:1

Transmissions

Manual

5 Speed Manual Transmission

Option Number: MR8

1st: 3.51:1

2nd: 2.17:1

3rd: 1.42:1

4th: 1.00:1

5th: 0.86:1

Reverse: 3.76:1

Automatic

3 Speed Transmission

Option Number: M33

1st: 2.31:1

2nd: 1.46:1

3rd: 1.00:1

Reverse: 1.85:1

Rear Axle Ratios

Manual:

Option Number: F68

Ratio: 3.45:1

Automatic:

Option Number: FY5

Ratio: 3.52:1

Clutch

Single dry plate diaphram spring actuation type

Chassis

Unitary construction (Monocoque)

Suspension

Radial Tuned Suspension (RTS)

Steering

Rack and pinion

Brakes

Front: 239mm discs

Rear: 229mm drums

Power assisted brakes

Electrical

12 volt, 50 amp alternator

Exhaust

Cast iron exhaust manifold with single seam welded steel exhaust tail pipe

Wheels

Vented 13″ x 5.00 JJ steel disc safety wheels

Tyres

Front: 175/70-R13

Rear: 175/70-R13

Exterior Dimensions

Wheelbase: 2410mm

Total Length: 4040mm

Total Width: 1610mm

Kerb Weight: 864 kg

Turning Circle: 9.5 metres

Fuel Tank Capacity: 52 litres

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