1983 Holden Gemini vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touran 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 1,967 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touran (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1983 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 610 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 Volkswagen Touran, 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 Volkswagen Touran (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Gemini. (106 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Gemini | 2007 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | Gemini | Touran |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
