1980 Mercedes-Benz 200 vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2001 Mitsubishi Montero is newer by 21 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 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200 (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Montero. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 600 kg more than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Because 2001 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Montero 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, 2001 Mitsubishi Montero (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200. (170 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Montero 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 | 2001 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 200 | Montero |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2730 mm |
