1980 Holden Gemini vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1980 Holden Gemini. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1980 Holden Gemini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Holden Gemini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 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, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Holden Gemini | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Gemini | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2290 mm |
