1982 Holden Gemini vs. 1980 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1982 Holden Gemini is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lincoln Continental (130 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1982 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 910 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, 1980 Lincoln Continental (313 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Holden Gemini. (106 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Holden Gemini | 1980 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Holden | Lincoln |
| Model | Gemini | Continental |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2990 mm |
