1977 Holden Gemini vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1977 Holden Gemini. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 973 kg more than 1977 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Gemini. (127 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Holden Gemini | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Gemini | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 233 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1873 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1781 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3246 mm |