1983 Holden Gemini vs. 2007 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2007 Land Rover LR3 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 4,393 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1983 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Gemini.
Because 2007 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Holden Gemini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 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, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Gemini. 2007 Land Rover LR3 has automatic transmission and 1983 Holden Gemini has manual transmission. 1983 Holden Gemini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover LR3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Holden Gemini | 2007 Land Rover LR3 | |
Make | Holden | Land Rover |
Model | Gemini | LR3 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 4393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2890 mm |