1983 Holden Gemini vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 is newer by 10 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 (216 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1983 Holden Gemini. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 weights approximately 450 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 (310 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Gemini. (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Gemini | 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Gemini | 320 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1817 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
