1981 Holden Gemini vs. 2007 Opel Antara
To start off, 2007 Opel Antara is newer by 26 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Antara (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1981 Holden Gemini. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Antara weights approximately 900 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 2007 Opel Antara 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, 2007 Opel Antara 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, 2007 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Gemini. 2007 Opel Antara has automatic transmission and 1981 Holden Gemini has manual transmission. 1981 Holden Gemini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Holden Gemini | 2007 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Gemini | Antara |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
