1982 Holden Gemini vs. 1999 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1999 Mercury Cougar is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 2,530 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Cougar (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1982 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 399 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.
Because 1982 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 1982 Holden Gemini. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Cougar, 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 Cougar (223 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Holden Gemini. (106 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Holden Gemini | 1999 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Holden | Mercury |
| Model | Gemini | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2530 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
