1984 Ford Sierra vs. 1983 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1984 Ford Sierra is newer by 1 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 1,817 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Sierra (75 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1983 Holden Gemini. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1983 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 (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Gemini. (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 1983 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Sierra | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
