1987 Ford Mustang vs. 1983 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1987 Ford Mustang is newer by 4 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 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Mustang (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1983 Holden Gemini. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Mustang weights approximately 210 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, 1987 Ford Mustang (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Gemini. (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Mustang | 1983 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Mustang | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
