1984 Holden Gemini vs. 2007 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avensis is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avensis (145 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1984 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 397 kg more than 1984 Holden Gemini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 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 1984 Holden Gemini. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2007 Toyota Avensis (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Holden Gemini | 2007 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Gemini | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
