1972 Ford Gran Torino vs. 1983 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1983 Holden Gemini is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Gran Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Gran Torino would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1983 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Gran Torino should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Gran Torino weights approximately 726 kg more than 1983 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, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Gran Torino | 1983 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Gran Torino | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4095 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2410 mm |
