1983 Holden Gemini vs. 1969 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1983 Holden Gemini is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Toyota Crown (108 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1983 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Toyota Crown weights approximately 300 kg more than 1983 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, 1969 Toyota Crown (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Gemini | 1969 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Gemini | Crown |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
