2009 Honda Element vs. 1990 Holden Gemini
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1990 Holden Gemini. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Element weights approximately 601 kg more than 1990 Holden Gemini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Gemini. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Element | 1990 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Honda | Holden |
| Model | Element | Gemini |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2353 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
