1972 Ford Mustang vs. 2007 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (330 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi L 200. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 434 kg more than 1972 Ford Mustang.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1972 Ford Mustang (502 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi L 200. (315 Nm). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi L 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Mustang | 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Mustang | L 200 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 91.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1486 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3010 mm |
