2006 Honda CR-V vs. 1981 Holden Gemini
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 25 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda CR-V (156 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1981 Holden Gemini. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 1035 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 2006 Honda CR-V 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, 2006 Honda CR-V 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, 2006 Honda CR-V (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda CR-V | 1981 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Honda | Holden |
| Model | CR-V | Gemini |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
