2008 Honda CR-V vs. 1980 Holden Gemini
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 28 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 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1980 Holden Gemini. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda CR-V weights approximately 399 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 1980 Holden Gemini is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Holden Gemini. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda CR-V | 1980 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Honda | Holden |
| Model | CR-V | Gemini |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2353 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
