1985 Ford Granada vs. 1983 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1985 Ford Granada is newer by 2 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Granada (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1983 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Granada weights approximately 345 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, 1985 Ford Granada (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Granada | 1983 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Granada | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2410 mm |
