1964 Jaguar MK 10 vs. 1984 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1984 Holden Gemini is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Jaguar MK 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Jaguar MK 10 would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Jaguar MK 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Jaguar MK 10 (265 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1984 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Jaguar MK 10 should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Jaguar MK 10 weights approximately 928 kg more than 1984 Holden Gemini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1964 Jaguar MK 10 (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1964 Jaguar MK 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Jaguar MK 10 | 1984 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Jaguar | Holden |
| Model | MK 10 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1883 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2410 mm |
