1975 Holden Gemini vs. 1992 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1992 Toyota Carina is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Carina (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1975 Holden Gemini. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Carina weights approximately 235 kg more than 1975 Holden Gemini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Toyota Carina (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Holden Gemini. (127 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Holden Gemini | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Gemini | Carina |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2590 mm |
