2000 Ford Excursion vs. 1985 Holden Gemini
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1985 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2250 kg more than 1985 Holden Gemini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Holden Gemini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Excursion | 1985 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Excursion | Gemini |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5406 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2410 mm |
