1980 Isuzu Gemini vs. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, both 1980 Isuzu Gemini and 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 were released in the same year (1980). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,972 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 (242 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1980 Isuzu Gemini. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1980 Isuzu Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1980 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, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 (401 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Isuzu Gemini. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Isuzu Gemini. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 has automatic transmission and 1980 Isuzu Gemini has manual transmission. 1980 Isuzu Gemini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Isuzu Gemini | 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Isuzu | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Gemini | 500 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1817 cc | 4972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |