2004 Honda Life vs. 1982 Holden Gemini
To start off, 2004 Honda Life is newer by 22 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 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Holden Gemini (66 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2004 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Holden Gemini weights approximately 155 kg more than 2004 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Holden Gemini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Life 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, 1982 Holden Gemini (106 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1982 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Life. 1982 Holden Gemini has automatic transmission and 2004 Honda Life has manual transmission. 2004 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Holden Gemini will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Life | 1982 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Honda | Holden |
| Model | Life | Gemini |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
