2010 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1983 Holden Gemini
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1983 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1588 kg more than 1983 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, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chevrolet Suburban | 1983 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Suburban | Gemini |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2543 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5649 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2009 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1951 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3302 mm | 2410 mm |
