1985 Ford Meteor vs. 1979 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1985 Ford Meteor is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Meteor (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1979 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Meteor should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Holden Gemini weights approximately 60 kg more than 1985 Ford Meteor.
Because 1979 Holden Gemini is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Holden Gemini. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Ford Meteor, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Holden Gemini (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Meteor. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Meteor. 1979 Holden Gemini has automatic transmission and 1985 Ford Meteor has manual transmission. 1985 Ford Meteor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Holden Gemini will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Meteor | 1979 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Meteor | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
