1988 Holden Gemini vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Octavia (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1988 Holden Gemini. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 505 kg more than 1988 Holden Gemini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Holden Gemini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia 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, 2007 Skoda Octavia (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Gemini. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Holden Gemini | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Holden | Skoda |
| Model | Gemini | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
