1969 Dodge Coronet vs. 1997 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Coronet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Coronet would be higher. At 3,690 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Coronet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Coronet (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1997 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Coronet should accelerate faster than 1997 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1969 Dodge Coronet.
Because 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Dodge Coronet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1969 Dodge Coronet (292 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mitsubishi L 200. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mitsubishi L 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Coronet | 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Coronet | L 200 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3690 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2970 mm |
