1978 Holden Gemini vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 35 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1978 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1485 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.
Because 2013 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Holden Gemini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra will offer significantly more control. 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 Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Holden Gemini. (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Holden Gemini | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Gemini | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 6290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 4180 mm |
