1974 Lancia Stratos vs. 1998 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 725 kg more than 1974 Lancia Stratos.
Because 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Lancia Stratos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lancia Stratos. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Lancia Stratos | 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
Model | Stratos | L 200 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2419 cc | 2477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2970 mm |