2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1976 Holden Gemini
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1976 Holden Gemini. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 735 kg more than 1976 Holden Gemini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Cadillac Escalade (499 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Gemini. (128 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1976 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Cadillac | Holden |
| Model | Escalade | Gemini |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 499 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
