2003 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1981 Holden Gemini
To start off, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1981 Holden Gemini. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 835 kg more than 1981 Holden Gemini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Holden Gemini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1981 Holden Gemini | |
Make | Hyundai | Holden |
Model | Santa Fe | Gemini |
Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |