1982 Holden Gemini vs. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 27 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1982 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 953 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 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Holden Gemini. (106 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Holden Gemini | 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Holden | Hyundai |
Model | Gemini | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1898 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |