1983 Holden Gemini vs. 1977 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1983 Holden Gemini is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Celica (86 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1983 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Holden Gemini weights approximately 7 kg more than 1977 Toyota Celica.
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, 1977 Toyota Celica (142 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Gemini. 1977 Toyota Celica has automatic transmission and 1983 Holden Gemini has manual transmission. 1983 Holden Gemini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Toyota Celica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Holden Gemini | 1977 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Gemini | Celica |
Year Released | 1983 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 948 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |