2009 Audi Q7 vs. 1981 Holden Gemini
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 28 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 4,133 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1981 Holden Gemini. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1465 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 2009 Audi Q7 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, 2009 Audi Q7 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, 2009 Audi Q7 (760 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 650 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 1981 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Audi | Holden |
| Model | Q7 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4133 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 760 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2410 mm |
