2007 Honda Pilot vs. 1980 Holden Gemini
To start off, 2007 Honda Pilot is newer by 27 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1980 Holden Gemini. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1980 Holden Gemini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Holden Gemini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot 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, 2007 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Pilot | 1980 Holden Gemini | |
Make | Honda | Holden |
Model | Pilot | Gemini |
Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |