1992 Ford Escort vs. 1981 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1992 Ford Escort is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1981 Holden Gemini. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Escort weights approximately 185 kg more than 1981 Holden Gemini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 Holden Gemini. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort, 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, 1992 Ford Escort (153 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 1981 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Escort | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
