1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1982 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 would be higher. At 2,525 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 weights approximately 820 kg more than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 | 1982 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
Model | 250 | Minica |
Year Released | 1979 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2525 cc | 546 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2060 mm |