2009 Jeep Commander vs. 1980 Holden Gemini
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1980 Holden Gemini. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 438 kg more than 1980 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 Jeep Commander (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Commander | 1980 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Jeep | Holden |
| Model | Commander | Gemini |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2410 mm |
