2009 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1982 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Isuzu Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Isuzu Gemini would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 439 more horse power than 1982 Isuzu Gemini. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1982 Isuzu Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1892 kg more than 1982 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Isuzu Gemini. (116 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Isuzu Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1982 Isuzu Gemini | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Isuzu |
| Model | CL | Gemini |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 631 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2832 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2410 mm |
