1980 Holden Gemini vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 32 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 4,367 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (311 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1980 Holden Gemini. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Gemini.
Because 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Holden Gemini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (700 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 590 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Gemini. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover 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. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Holden Gemini | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Holden | Land Rover |
Model | Gemini | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 4367 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4973 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2035 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2891 mm |