1981 Holden Gemini vs. 1999 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1999 Opel Frontera is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Frontera (114 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1981 Holden Gemini. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 865 kg more than 1981 Holden Gemini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Holden Gemini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Opel Frontera 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, 1999 Opel Frontera (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Holden Gemini | 1999 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Gemini | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
