1989 Ford Festiva vs. 1984 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1989 Ford Festiva is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Holden Gemini (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1989 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Holden Gemini weights approximately 169 kg more than 1989 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 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 1984 Holden Gemini. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Ford Festiva, 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, 1984 Holden Gemini (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Festiva | 1984 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Festiva | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2410 mm |
