1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300. (109 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 494 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 300 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2510 mm |
