1986 Ford Granada vs. 1982 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1986 Ford Granada is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Granada (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1982 Holden Gemini. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Granada weights approximately 350 kg more than 1982 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, 1986 Ford Granada (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Granada | 1982 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Granada | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
