1968 Ford Escort vs. 1989 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1989 Holden Gemini is newer by 21 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), 1989 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Holden Gemini (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (54 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Holden Gemini weights approximately 50 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1989 Holden Gemini (117 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (82 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 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 | 1989 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Escort | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1117 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2410 mm |
