1986 Toyota Century vs. 1982 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1986 Toyota Century is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Century (153 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1982 Holden Gemini. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Century weights approximately 845 kg more than 1982 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, 1986 Toyota Century (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Toyota Century | 1982 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Toyota | Holden |
| Model | Century | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2410 mm |
