2010 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1983 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Isuzu Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Isuzu Gemini would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 431 more horse power than 1983 Isuzu Gemini. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1983 Isuzu Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1275 kg more than 1983 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (829 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 713 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Isuzu Gemini. (116 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Isuzu Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1983 Isuzu Gemini | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Isuzu |
| Model | CL | Gemini |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 829 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2215 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5065 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1417 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2954 mm | 2410 mm |
