1970 Ford Capri vs. 2005 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Capri (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi L 200. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 617 kg more than 1970 Ford Capri.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Mitsubishi L 200 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Capri. (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Capri | 2005 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Capri | L 200 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2350 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 21.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1103 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2970 mm |