2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1982 Holden Gemini
To start off, 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1982 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 771 kg more than 1982 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, 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Holden Gemini. (106 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1982 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Jeep | Holden |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Gemini |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |
