1999 Ford Falcon vs. 1980 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1999 Ford Falcon is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1980 Holden Gemini. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Falcon weights approximately 550 kg more than 1980 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, 1999 Ford Falcon (366 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Falcon | 1980 Holden Gemini | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Falcon | Gemini |
Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |