1983 Holden Gemini vs. 2011 Toyota Sequoia

To start off, 2011 Toyota Sequoia 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1983 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1651 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 Sequoia (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Gemini. 2011 Toyota Sequoia 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. 2011 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1983 Holden Gemini 2011 Toyota Sequoia
Make Holden Toyota
Model Gemini Sequoia
Year Released 1983 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1584 cc 5700 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 66 HP 381 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 110 Nm 543 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 955 kg 2606 kg
Vehicle Length 4250 mm 5210 mm
Vehicle Width 1580 mm 2029 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1956 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 3099 mm


 

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