1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, both 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 and 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 (323 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 910 kg more than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 (450 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
Model | 500 | Lancer |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4973 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 323 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2390 mm |