1985 Toyota Century vs. 1988 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1988 Holden Gemini is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Century (153 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1988 Holden Gemini. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Century weights approximately 940 kg more than 1988 Holden Gemini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Toyota Century 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 1985 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Holden Gemini, 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, 1985 Toyota Century (290 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Gemini. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Toyota Century | 1988 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Toyota | Holden |
| Model | Century | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2410 mm |
