1994 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1985 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1994 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 3,606 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mercedes-Benz C (277 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1985 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 565 kg more than 1985 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, 1994 Mercedes-Benz C (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mercedes-Benz C | 1985 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Holden |
| Model | C | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3606 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |
