1982 Holden Gemini vs. 2002 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2002 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 20 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Land Rover Freelander (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1982 Holden Gemini. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 445 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 2002 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2002 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2002 Land Rover Freelander (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Holden Gemini | 2002 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Holden | Land Rover |
| Model | Gemini | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2560 mm |
