1958 Isuzu Minx vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 3,606 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1958 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1958 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 590 kg more than 1958 Isuzu Minx. 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (385 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Isuzu Minx. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1958 Isuzu Minx has manual transmission. 1958 Isuzu Minx will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1958 Isuzu Minx | 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Isuzu | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Minx | E |
Year Released | 1958 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 3606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2720 mm |