1987 Holden Gemini vs. 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1987 Holden Gemini. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1276 kg more than 1987 Holden Gemini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Holden Gemini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser (298 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Gemini. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Holden Gemini | 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Gemini | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1987 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1471 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 2140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |