1984 Holden Gemini vs. 1999 Honda HR-V
To start off, 1999 Honda HR-V is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda HR-V (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1984 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda HR-V weights approximately 225 kg more than 1984 Holden Gemini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Holden Gemini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda HR-V 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, 1999 Honda HR-V (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Holden Gemini | 1999 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Gemini | HR-V |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2360 mm |
