1984 Holden Gemini vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 2,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S (164 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1984 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 565 kg more than 1984 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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Holden Gemini | 1990 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Gemini | S |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2950 mm |
