1946 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 1988 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1988 Holden Gemini is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1946 Jeep Station Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Holden Gemini (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1946 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1946 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Jeep Station Wagon weights approximately 600 kg more than 1988 Holden Gemini.
Because 1946 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Holden Gemini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1946 Jeep Station Wagon will offer significantly more control. 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, 1946 Jeep Station Wagon (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Gemini. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1946 Jeep Station Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Gemini. 1988 Holden Gemini has automatic transmission and 1946 Jeep Station Wagon has manual transmission. 1946 Jeep Station Wagon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Holden Gemini will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Jeep Station Wagon | 1988 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Jeep | Holden |
| Model | Station Wagon | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |
