1972 Mitsubishi Jeep 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 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep. (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep | 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Jeep | L 200 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3010 mm |
