1983 Holden Gemini vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 6 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 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 (220 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1983 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1983 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, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 (265 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Gemini | 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Gemini | 300 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
