1982 Holden Gemini vs. 1999 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover (187 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1982 Holden Gemini. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1982 Holden Gemini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Holden Gemini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Holden Gemini | 1999 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Holden | Land Rover |
Model | Gemini | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1982 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1582 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |