1983 Holden Gemini vs. 2007 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Chairman H 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Chairman H (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1983 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 682 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 SsangYong Chairman H (318 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Gemini. 2007 SsangYong Chairman H 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 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Holden Gemini | 2007 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Holden | SsangYong |
Model | Gemini | Chairman H |
Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1637 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2910 mm |