1978 Holden Gemini vs. 2001 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2001 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 23 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Land Rover Freelander (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1978 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 455 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 2001 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2001 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2001 Land Rover Freelander (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Holden Gemini. (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Holden Gemini | 2001 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Holden | Land Rover |
| Model | Gemini | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2560 mm |
