1985 Ford Laser vs. 1988 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1988 Holden Gemini is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Laser (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1988 Holden Gemini. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Holden Gemini weights approximately 68 kg more than 1985 Ford Laser.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 Laser (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Gemini. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Laser | 1988 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Laser | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
