1983 Holden Gemini vs. 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 7 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 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser (97 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1983 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Gemini.
Because 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Holden Gemini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Gemini | 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Gemini | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 3431 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
