1951 Jaguar C-Type vs. 2008 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Jaguar C-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Jaguar C-Type would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Jaguar C-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Jaguar C-Type (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi L 200. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Jaguar C-Type should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1951 Jaguar C-Type.
Because 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Jaguar C-Type. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Jaguar C-Type. (298 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Jaguar C-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Jaguar C-Type | 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mitsubishi |
| Model | C-Type | L 200 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3010 mm |
