1988 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1996 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 2,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mercedes-Benz S (165 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1988 Mercedes-Benz S.
Because 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 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, 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mercedes-Benz S. (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mercedes-Benz S | 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
| Model | S | L 200 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2599 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2970 mm |
