1981 Holden Gemini vs. 2003 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2003 Toyota Crown is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Crown (252 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1981 Holden Gemini. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Crown weights approximately 534 kg more than 1981 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, 2003 Toyota Crown (328 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Gemini. (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Gemini. 2003 Toyota Crown has automatic transmission and 1981 Holden Gemini has manual transmission. 1981 Holden Gemini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Crown will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Holden Gemini | 2003 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Gemini | Crown |
Year Released | 1981 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1815 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |