1979 Isuzu Gemini vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Isuzu Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Isuzu Gemini would be higher. At 1,796 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 548 kg more than 1979 Isuzu 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (250 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. (116 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Isuzu Gemini | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Gemini | C |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1796 cc |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2770 mm |
