1983 Holden Gemini vs. 2010 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 27 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Actyon (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1983 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 817 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 2010 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2010 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2010 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Gemini | 2010 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Holden | SsangYong |
| Model | Gemini | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |
