1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1979 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Isuzu Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Isuzu 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 (231 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 548 kg more than 1979 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, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. (116 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1979 Isuzu Gemini | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Isuzu |
| Model | 300 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 273 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |
