1979 Holden Gemini vs. 1980 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1980 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Holden Gemini (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Holden Gemini weights approximately 140 kg more than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Holden Gemini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Suzuki Jimny 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, 1979 Holden Gemini (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Holden Gemini | 1980 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Holden | Suzuki |
| Model | Gemini | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2040 mm |
