1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 2,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (291 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230. (130 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Because 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230. (198 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 | 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 230 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2297 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4496 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
