1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 2002 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 would be higher. At 2,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
| Model | W 111 | L 200 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2778 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2970 mm |
