1993 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, both 1993 Mercedes-Benz S and 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer were released in the same year (1993). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,971 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz S (317 HP) has 250 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 915 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz S (470 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz S | 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
| Model | S | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4971 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
