1984 Ford Sierra vs. 1980 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1984 Ford Sierra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 2,304 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Holden Gemini (67 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Sierra weights approximately 280 kg more than 1980 Holden Gemini.
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, 1984 Ford Sierra (140 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Sierra | 1980 Holden Gemini | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Sierra | Gemini |
Year Released | 1984 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2304 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |