2009 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1981 Holden Gemini
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina (362 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1981 Holden Gemini. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 594 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.
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 Chevrolet Lumina (530 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Lumina | 1981 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Lumina | Gemini |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2410 mm |
