2008 Ford Ranger vs. 1986 Holden Gemini
To start off, 2008 Ford Ranger is newer by 22 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 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Ranger (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1986 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Ranger weights approximately 476 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, 2008 Ford Ranger (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Ranger | 1986 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Ranger | Gemini |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1436 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2410 mm |
