1987 Holden Gemini vs. 2008 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 21 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 2,202 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda CR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1987 Holden Gemini. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda CR-V weights approximately 823 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 2008 Honda CR-V 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, 2008 Honda CR-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, 2008 Honda CR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Gemini. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Holden Gemini | 2008 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Gemini | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1471 cc | 2202 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |
