1993 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo would be higher. At 3,606 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C (276 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 240 kg more than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz C | 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
| Model | C | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3606 cc | 2350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |
