1979 Holden Gemini vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis is newer by 26 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Avensis (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1979 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 655 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 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, 2005 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2005 Toyota Avensis (241 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Holden Gemini. (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Holden Gemini | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Gemini | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |
