1978 Holden Gemini vs. 2008 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2008 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 30 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover LR2 (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1978 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden Gemini.
Because 2008 Land Rover LR2 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, 2008 Land Rover LR2 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, 2008 Land Rover LR2 (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Holden Gemini. (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Holden Gemini. 2008 Land Rover LR2 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. 2008 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Holden Gemini | 2008 Land Rover LR2 | |
Make | Holden | Land Rover |
Model | Gemini | LR2 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 3201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2180 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |