1978 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2002 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Bitter Diplomat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Bitter Diplomat would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Bitter Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1978 Bitter Diplomat.
Because 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Bitter Diplomat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1978 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi L 200. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi L 200.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Bitter Diplomat | 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
Make | Bitter | Mitsubishi |
Model | Diplomat | L 200 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2970 mm |