1991 GMC Suburban vs. 1979 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1991 GMC Suburban is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 GMC Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1979 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden Gemini.
Because 1991 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Holden Gemini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 GMC Suburban 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, 1991 GMC Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Holden Gemini. (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 GMC Suburban | 1979 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | GMC | Holden |
| Model | Suburban | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2410 mm |
