1988 Holden Gemini vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Venza (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1988 Holden Gemini. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza weights approximately 975 kg more than 1988 Holden Gemini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Holden Gemini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza 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 Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Gemini. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Gemini. 2013 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 1988 Holden Gemini has manual transmission. 1988 Holden Gemini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Holden Gemini | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Gemini | Venza |
Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1470 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2775 mm |