1979 Mitsubishi Jeep vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito (120 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep. (103 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito weights approximately 496 kg more than 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep. (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep | 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Jeep | Vito |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2384 cc | 2151 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3010 mm |
