1978 Holden Gemini vs. 1999 Lexus GS
To start off, 1999 Lexus GS is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lexus GS (225 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1978 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lexus GS weights approximately 715 kg more than 1978 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, 1999 Lexus GS (296 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Holden Gemini. (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Holden Gemini. 1999 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 1978 Holden Gemini has manual transmission. 1978 Holden Gemini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Holden Gemini | 1999 Lexus GS | |
Make | Holden | Lexus |
Model | Gemini | GS |
Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |