2011 Dodge Durango vs. 1980 Holden Gemini
To start off, 2011 Dodge Durango is newer by 31 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Durango (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1980 Holden Gemini. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1373 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, 2011 Dodge Durango (528 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Dodge Durango | 1980 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Durango | Gemini |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 528 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2328 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5075 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1925 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3043 mm | 2410 mm |
