1982 Holden Gemini vs. 1994 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1994 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 12 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 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota 4Runner (113 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1982 Holden Gemini. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 645 kg more than 1982 Holden Gemini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Holden Gemini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Toyota 4Runner 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, 1994 Toyota 4Runner (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Holden Gemini | 1994 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Gemini | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
