1984 Holden Gemini vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 23 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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1984 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 585 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Holden Gemini | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Gemini | C |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
