1972 Ford Maverick vs. 1982 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1982 Holden Gemini is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Maverick (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1982 Holden Gemini. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Maverick weights approximately 220 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, 1972 Ford Maverick (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Holden Gemini. (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Maverick | 1982 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Maverick | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 1816 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |
