1983 Holden Gemini vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Forester (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1983 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 595 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 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Holden Gemini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Holden Gemini | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Holden | Subaru |
Model | Gemini | Forester |
Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2616 mm |