1983 Ford Orion vs. 1983 Holden Gemini
To start off, both 1983 Ford Orion and 1983 Holden Gemini were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Orion (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1983 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Holden Gemini weights approximately 80 kg more than 1983 Ford Orion.
Because 1983 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 1983 Holden Gemini. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Ford Orion, 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, 1983 Holden Gemini (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Orion. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Orion | 1983 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Orion | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
