1979 Holden Gemini vs. 2004 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2004 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 25 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 2,722 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1979 Holden Gemini. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 767 kg more than 1979 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, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (436 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Holden Gemini | 2004 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | Gemini | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2722 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2920 mm |
