2004 Daewoo Chairman vs. 1983 Holden Gemini

To start off, 2004 Daewoo Chairman is newer by 21 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Daewoo Chairman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Daewoo Chairman (151 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1983 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daewoo Chairman should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Daewoo Chairman weights approximately 590 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, 2004 Daewoo Chairman (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Daewoo Chairman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Gemini. 2004 Daewoo Chairman has automatic transmission and 1983 Holden Gemini has manual transmission. 1983 Holden Gemini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Daewoo Chairman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Daewoo Chairman 1983 Holden Gemini
Make Daewoo Holden
Model Chairman Gemini
Year Released 2004 1983
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2295 cc 1584 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 151 HP 66 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 220 Nm 110 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1545 kg 955 kg
Vehicle Length 5060 mm 4250 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1580 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1340 mm


 

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