1995 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1981 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1995 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 14 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 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Thunderbird (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1981 Holden Gemini. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 649 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.
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, 1995 Ford Thunderbird (447 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Thunderbird | 1981 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Thunderbird | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1604 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
