1980 Buick Estate vs. 2001 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2001 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Estate would be higher. At 4,931 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Buick Estate (140 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Estate weights approximately 165 kg more than 2001 Mitsubishi L 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1980 Buick Estate (318 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi L 200. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi L 200. 1980 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 2001 Mitsubishi L 200 has manual transmission. 2001 Mitsubishi L 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Buick Estate | 2001 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Estate | L 200 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4931 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2970 mm |
