2006 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1983 Holden Gemini

To start off, 2006 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Crown Victoria (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1983 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 885 kg more than 1983 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, 2006 Ford Crown Victoria (369 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Gemini. 2006 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 1983 Holden Gemini has manual transmission. 1983 Holden Gemini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Ford Crown Victoria 1983 Holden Gemini
Make Ford Holden
Model Crown Victoria Gemini
Year Released 2006 1983
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4601 cc 1584 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 225 HP 66 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 369 Nm 110 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1840 kg 955 kg
Vehicle Length 5390 mm 4250 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1580 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2920 mm 2410 mm


 

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