1979 Holden Gemini vs. 2001 Toyota Will
To start off, 2001 Toyota Will is newer by 22 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 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Will is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Will (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1979 Holden Gemini. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Will should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Will weights approximately 505 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.
Because 2001 Toyota Will is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Holden Gemini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Will 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, 2001 Toyota Will (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Will will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Holden Gemini. 2001 Toyota Will 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. 2001 Toyota Will will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Holden Gemini | 2001 Toyota Will | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Gemini | Will |
Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |