1987 Holden Gemini vs. 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 1987 Holden Gemini is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1987 Holden Gemini. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 826 kg more than 1987 Holden Gemini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis 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 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Holden Gemini, 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, 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis (303 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Gemini. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Holden Gemini | 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Holden | Mercury |
| Model | Gemini | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1471 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 303 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2910 mm |
