1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 would be higher. At 2,398 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma (94 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma.
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, 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma (152 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. (137 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 | 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 240 | Sigma |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2398 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3430 mm | 2520 mm |
