2009 Land Rover LR3 vs. 1980 Holden Gemini
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR3 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR3 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1980 Holden Gemini. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Gemini.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Holden Gemini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR3 will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover LR3 (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover LR3 | 1980 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Land Rover | Holden |
| Model | LR3 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
