1983 Holden Gemini vs. 2012 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2012 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Crown Victoria (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1983 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 892 kg more than 1983 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, 2012 Ford Crown Victoria (369 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Gemini. (106 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Gemini. 2012 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 1983 Holden Gemini has manual transmission. 1983 Holden Gemini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Gemini | 2012 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Holden | Ford |
| Model | Gemini | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 369 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2920 mm |
