1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 2,398 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 (72 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1974 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, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 (137 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 240 | Minica |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2398 cc | 357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3430 mm | 2010 mm |
