2001 Ford TE-50 vs. 1986 Holden Gemini
To start off, 2001 Ford TE-50 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford TE-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford TE-50 (295 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1986 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford TE-50 should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford TE-50 weights approximately 706 kg more than 1986 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, 2001 Ford TE-50 (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Ford TE-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Gemini. 1986 Holden Gemini has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford TE-50 has manual transmission. 2001 Ford TE-50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Holden Gemini will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford TE-50 | 1986 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | TE-50 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |
