2010 Toyota Sienna vs. 1976 Holden Gemini
To start off, 2010 Toyota Sienna is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1976 Holden Gemini. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 1037 kg more than 1976 Holden Gemini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Holden Gemini 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 1976 Holden Gemini. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Sienna, 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, 2010 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Gemini. (128 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Toyota Sienna | 1976 Holden Gemini | |
Make | Toyota | Holden |
Model | Sienna | Gemini |
Year Released | 2010 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 266 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1937 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5105 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1966 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2410 mm |