1998 Daewoo Chairman vs. 1975 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1998 Daewoo Chairman is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Daewoo Chairman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daewoo Chairman (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1975 Holden Gemini. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daewoo Chairman should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daewoo Chairman weights approximately 696 kg more than 1975 Holden Gemini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Daewoo Chairman (271 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Holden Gemini. (127 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Daewoo Chairman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daewoo Chairman | 1975 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Daewoo | Holden |
| Model | Chairman | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2799 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
