1980 Holden Gemini vs. 2010 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XK is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XK (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1980 Holden Gemini. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jaguar XK weights approximately 741 kg more than 1980 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, 2010 Jaguar XK (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Gemini. 2010 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1980 Holden Gemini has manual transmission. 1980 Holden Gemini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Holden Gemini | 2010 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | Gemini | XK |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1696 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4793 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1328 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2751 mm |
