2006 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1978 Holden Gemini
To start off, 2006 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 2,774 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Cherokee (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1978 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 732 kg more than 1978 Holden Gemini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Holden Gemini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Cherokee 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 Jeep Cherokee (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Holden Gemini. (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Cherokee | 1978 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Jeep | Holden |
| Model | Cherokee | Gemini |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2774 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |
