1983 Holden Gemini vs. 2011 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2011 Toyota Hilux is newer by 28 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Hilux (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1983 Holden Gemini. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 290 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, 2011 Toyota Hilux (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Gemini. (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Gemini | 2011 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Gemini | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1817 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3090 mm |
