2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1980 Holden Gemini
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1980 Holden Gemini. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Gemini.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 1980 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Silverado | Gemini |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2410 mm |
