2001 Toyota Verossa vs. 1986 Holden Gemini
To start off, 2001 Toyota Verossa is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Verossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Verossa (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1986 Holden Gemini. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Verossa should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Verossa weights approximately 600 kg more than 1986 Holden Gemini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Verossa 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 2001 Toyota Verossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 2001 Toyota Verossa (251 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Gemini. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Verossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Verossa | 1986 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Toyota | Holden |
| Model | Verossa | Gemini |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |
