2009 Jaguar XF vs. 1986 Holden Gemini
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XF is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XF (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1986 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XF weights approximately 811 kg more than 1986 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 Jaguar XF (435 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XF | 1986 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Jaguar | Holden |
| Model | XF | Gemini |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1771 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2410 mm |
