1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 vs. 1981 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 1981 Isuzu Gemini is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 would be higher. At 3,818 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 (218 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Gemini. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1981 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 380 (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Gemini. (116 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 | 1981 Isuzu Gemini | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Isuzu |
| Model | 380 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3818 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2410 mm |
