1968 Ford Escort vs. 1987 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1987 Holden Gemini is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Holden Gemini (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Holden Gemini weights approximately 59 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Ford Escort 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 1968 Ford Escort. 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, 1987 Holden Gemini (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 1987 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Escort | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
