1979 Holden Gemini vs. 1988 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1988 Toyota Corolla is newer by 9 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 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1979 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Holden Gemini weights approximately 15 kg more than 1988 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1979 Holden Gemini is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Holden Gemini. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Holden Gemini (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Corolla. (100 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1979 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Holden Gemini | 1988 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Gemini | Corolla |
Year Released | 1979 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |