2001 Ford Excursion vs. 1975 Holden Gemini
To start off, 2001 Ford Excursion is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 5,405 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1975 Holden Gemini. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2361 kg more than 1975 Holden Gemini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Holden Gemini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Holden Gemini. (127 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Excursion | 1975 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Excursion | Gemini |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5405 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2410 mm |
