2005 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 5,982 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (604 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 575 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1571 kg more than 1982 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (1,001 Nm) has 960 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. (41 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1982 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
| Model | CL | Minica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5982 cc | 546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 604 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 1001 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2111 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2060 mm |
