1986 Holden Gemini vs. 1949 Jeep Station Wagon
To start off, 1986 Holden Gemini is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Jeep Station Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Holden Gemini (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jeep Station Wagon weights approximately 600 kg more than 1986 Holden Gemini.
Because 1949 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Holden Gemini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1949 Jeep Station Wagon 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, 1949 Jeep Station Wagon (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Gemini. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1949 Jeep Station Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Holden Gemini | 1949 Jeep Station Wagon | |
Make | Holden | Jeep |
Model | Gemini | Station Wagon |
Year Released | 1986 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1471 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2650 mm |