1968 Ford Ranchero vs. 1982 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1982 Holden Gemini is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Ranchero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Ranchero would be higher. At 7,022 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford Ranchero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Ranchero (355 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1982 Holden Gemini. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Ranchero weights approximately 610 kg more than 1982 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, 1968 Ford Ranchero (651 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 541 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Ranchero | 1982 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Ranchero | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7022 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2410 mm |
