1986 Holden Gemini vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1986 Holden Gemini. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 934 kg more than 1986 Holden Gemini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Holden Gemini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Gemini. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Holden Gemini | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Gemini | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1471 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1794 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3246 mm |