1976 Holden Gemini vs. 1999 Lincoln LS
To start off, 1999 Lincoln LS is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lincoln LS (211 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1976 Holden Gemini. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln LS weights approximately 752 kg more than 1976 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, 1999 Lincoln LS (278 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Gemini. (128 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Gemini | 1999 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Holden | Lincoln |
| Model | Gemini | LS |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2990 mm |
