1983 Holden Gemini vs. 1985 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1985 Toyota Camry is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Camry (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1983 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Camry weights approximately 125 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.
Because 1983 Holden Gemini is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Holden Gemini. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Toyota Camry (143 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Gemini | 1985 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Gemini | Camry |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
