1978 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, both 1978 Mercedes-Benz S and 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep were released in the same year (1978). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mercedes-Benz S (157 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep. (102 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 86 kg more than 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep will offer significantly more control. 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, 1978 Mercedes-Benz S (223 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep. (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mercedes-Benz S | 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
| Model | S | Jeep |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2746 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2650 mm |
