1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 (287 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 weights approximately 1490 kg more than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 (410 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 | 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
Model | 400 | Minica |
Year Released | 1991 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 287 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 28 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2010 mm |