1978 Holden Gemini vs. 1999 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 1999 Mercury Mystique is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Mystique (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1978 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 297 kg more than 1978 Holden Gemini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Holden Gemini is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Holden Gemini. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Mystique, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercury Mystique (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Holden Gemini. (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Holden Gemini | 1999 Mercury Mystique | |
Make | Holden | Mercury |
Model | Gemini | Mystique |
Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |