1987 Holden Gemini vs. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1987 Holden Gemini. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1651 kg more than 1987 Holden Gemini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Holden Gemini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Gemini. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Gemini. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1987 Holden Gemini has manual transmission. 1987 Holden Gemini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Holden Gemini | 2003 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Holden | Land Rover |
Model | Gemini | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1987 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1471 cc | 4396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 2515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2200 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2890 mm |