2009 Ford F-150 vs. 1983 Holden Gemini
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 26 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (248 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1983 Holden Gemini. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Holden Gemini weights approximately 74 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.
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, 2009 Ford F-150 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Gemini. (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Gemini. 2009 Ford F-150 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. 2009 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-150 | 1983 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | F-150 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2410 mm |
