1983 Holden Gemini vs. 1968 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1983 Holden Gemini is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Toyota Corona (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1983 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Holden Gemini weights approximately 10 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corona.
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, 1968 Toyota Corona (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Holden Gemini | 1968 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Gemini | Corona |
Year Released | 1983 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2420 mm |