2011 Kia Borrego vs. 1981 Holden Gemini
To start off, 2011 Kia Borrego is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 3,776 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1981 Holden Gemini. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Borrego weights approximately 330 kg more than 1981 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 Kia Borrego (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Kia Borrego | 1981 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Kia | Holden |
| Model | Borrego | Gemini |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3776 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2410 mm |
