1980 Ford Escort vs. 1983 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1983 Holden Gemini is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Holden Gemini (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Holden Gemini weights approximately 45 kg more than 1980 Ford Escort. 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, 1983 Holden Gemini (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Escort | 1983 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Escort | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
