1987 Holden Gemini vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux is newer by 20 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), 2007 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Hilux (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1987 Holden Gemini. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 586 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 2007 Toyota Hilux 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 2007 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 2007 Toyota Hilux (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Gemini. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Holden Gemini | 2007 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Gemini | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| 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 | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3090 mm |
