1983 Holden Gemini vs. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 26 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (385 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1983 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1617 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 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (550 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Holden Gemini | 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Holden | Land Rover |
Model | Gemini | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 2572 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |