1982 Holden Gemini vs. 2012 Lada Niva
To start off, 2012 Lada Niva is newer by 30 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 1,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1982 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lada Niva weights approximately 340 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 2012 Lada Niva 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, 2012 Lada Niva 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, 2012 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Holden Gemini. (106 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Holden Gemini | 2012 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Holden | Lada |
| Model | Gemini | Niva |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2210 mm |
