1987 Holden Gemini vs. 2000 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2000 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 13 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota RAV4 (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1987 Holden Gemini. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 411 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 2000 Toyota RAV4 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, 2000 Toyota RAV4 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, 2000 Toyota RAV4 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Gemini. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Holden Gemini | 2000 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Gemini | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1471 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2500 mm |
