1978 Holden Gemini vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 27 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1978 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 906 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 2005 SsangYong Korando 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, 2005 SsangYong Korando 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, 2005 SsangYong Korando (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Holden Gemini. (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Holden Gemini | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Holden | SsangYong |
| Model | Gemini | Korando |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2490 mm |
