1978 Holden Gemini vs. 2002 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJR is newer by 24 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1978 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 720 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Jaguar XJR (525 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Holden Gemini. (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Holden Gemini. 2002 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 1978 Holden Gemini has manual transmission. 1978 Holden Gemini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Holden Gemini | 2002 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | Gemini | XJR |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2910 mm |
