1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 1971 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 (265 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1145 kg more than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 (404 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 500 | Minica |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4973 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 404 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2010 mm |
