1982 Holden Gemini vs. 1983 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1983 Toyota Corsa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 1,816 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Corsa (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1982 Holden Gemini. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corsa should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Holden Gemini weights approximately 225 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corsa.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Toyota Corsa (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Holden Gemini. (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Holden Gemini | 1983 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Gemini | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1816 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
