1979 Holden Gemini vs. 1987 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1987 Toyota Crown is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Crown (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1979 Holden Gemini. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Crown weights approximately 125 kg more than 1979 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, 1987 Toyota Crown (255 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Holden Gemini. 1987 Toyota Crown has automatic transmission and 1979 Holden Gemini has manual transmission. 1979 Holden Gemini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Toyota Crown will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Holden Gemini | 1987 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Gemini | Crown |
Year Released | 1979 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |