2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 vs. 1981 Holden Gemini
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is newer by 24 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1981 Holden Gemini. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Gemini.
Because 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 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, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 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, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 | 1981 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Land Rover | Holden |
| Model | Discovery 3 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1580 mm |
