1983 Ford Granada vs. 1997 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1983 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1983 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Granada | 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Granada | L 200 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2970 mm |
