1980 Lada 1200 vs. 1999 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1980 Lada 1200. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 1980 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 760 kg more than 1980 Lada 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Lada 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lada 1200 | 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Lada | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 1200 | L 200 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2970 mm |
