1990 Holden Gemini vs. 1995 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 1995 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 2,459 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Jeep Wrangler (105 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1990 Holden Gemini. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 460 kg more than 1990 Holden Gemini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Holden Gemini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Jeep Wrangler 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, 1995 Jeep Wrangler (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Gemini. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Gemini | 1995 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Holden | Jeep |
| Model | Gemini | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1471 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2380 mm |
