1978 Holden Gemini vs. 1999 Hyundai Galloper
To start off, 1999 Hyundai Galloper is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Hyundai Galloper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Hyundai Galloper (98 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1978 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Galloper should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Galloper weights approximately 1145 kg more than 1978 Holden Gemini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Hyundai Galloper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Holden Gemini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Galloper 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, 1999 Hyundai Galloper (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Holden Gemini. (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Hyundai Galloper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Holden Gemini | 1999 Hyundai Galloper | |
| Make | Holden | Hyundai |
| Model | Gemini | Galloper |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
