1982 Holden Gemini vs. 2000 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2000 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 18 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Plymouth Voyager (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1982 Holden Gemini. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 845 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 1982 Holden Gemini is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Holden Gemini. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Plymouth Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Plymouth Voyager (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Holden Gemini | 2000 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Holden | Plymouth |
| Model | Gemini | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2880 mm |
