1983 Holden Gemini vs. 2004 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2004 Toyota Camry is newer by 21 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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Camry (160 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1983 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Camry weights approximately 430 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, 2004 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, 2004 Toyota Camry (221 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Gemini | Camry |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
