1961 Isuzu Minx vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 should accelerate faster than 1961 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1961 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 (173 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Isuzu Minx | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Minx | 200 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2810 mm |
