2003 Holden UTE vs. 1983 Holden Gemini
To start off, 2003 Holden UTE is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden UTE (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1983 Holden Gemini. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden UTE weights approximately 460 kg more than 1983 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, 2003 Holden UTE (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Gemini. (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden UTE | 1983 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | UTE | Gemini |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
