1978 Holden Gemini vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero (200 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1978 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 1150 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 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 Mitsubishi Pajero (329 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Holden Gemini. (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Holden Gemini | 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Holden | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Gemini | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 2095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2790 mm |
