1989 Holden Gemini vs. 2007 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1989 Holden Gemini. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 1033 kg more than 1989 Holden Gemini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Gemini. (117 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Holden Gemini | 2007 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Holden | SsangYong |
| Model | Gemini | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1471 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |
