2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1977 Holden Gemini
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (307 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1977 Holden Gemini. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Gemini.
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 Suburban (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Gemini. (127 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 1977 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Suburban | Gemini |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 307 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2410 mm |
