1977 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,350 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 830 kg more than 1977 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Accord | 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Accord | L 200 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2970 mm |
