1980 Mercedes-Benz 200 vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200. (170 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200 | 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 200 | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2610 mm |
