1978 Holden Gemini vs. 2009 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2009 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 31 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 2,777 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Wrangler (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1978 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 935 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 2009 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2009 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2009 Jeep Wrangler (411 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Holden Gemini. (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Holden Gemini | 2009 Jeep Wrangler | |
Make | Holden | Jeep |
Model | Gemini | Wrangler |
Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2777 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 411 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |