1972 Ford Mustang vs. 1980 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1980 Holden Gemini is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,090 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1980 Holden Gemini. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 495 kg more than 1980 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 Mustang (254 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Gemini. 1980 Holden Gemini has automatic transmission and 1972 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1972 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Holden Gemini will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Mustang | 1980 Holden Gemini | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Mustang | Gemini |
Year Released | 1972 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4090 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 254 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2410 mm |