1978 Ford Mustang vs. 1982 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1982 Holden Gemini is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Mustang (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1982 Holden Gemini. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Mustang weights approximately 250 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, 1978 Ford Mustang (339 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Holden Gemini. (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Mustang | 1982 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Mustang | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1816 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
