1982 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,998 cc (5 cylinders), 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300. (123 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300 (250 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 300 | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2610 mm |
