1983 Holden Gemini vs. 2007 Hyundai Trajet
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Trajet (112 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1983 Holden Gemini. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Trajet should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 841 kg more than 1983 Holden Gemini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 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 1983 Holden Gemini. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Trajet, 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, 2007 Hyundai Trajet (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Gemini. (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Gemini | 2007 Hyundai Trajet | |
| Make | Holden | Hyundai |
| Model | Gemini | Trajet |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1817 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2840 mm |
