1972 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz R (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 1840 kg more than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Mercedes-Benz R (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 503 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | 2010 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Minica | R |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5156 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3216 mm |
