1985 Ford RS 200 vs. 1979 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1985 Ford RS 200 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 1,804 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford RS 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1979 Holden Gemini. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford RS 200 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1979 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 RS 200 (293 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford RS 200 | 1979 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | RS 200 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1804 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
