1977 Toyota Carina vs. 1983 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1983 Holden Gemini is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Carina (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1983 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Carina weights approximately 47 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, 1977 Toyota Carina (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Gemini. (106 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Gemini. 1983 Holden Gemini has automatic transmission and 1977 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1977 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Holden Gemini will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Toyota Carina | 1983 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Toyota | Holden |
| Model | Carina | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
