1984 Austin Montego vs. 1996 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Austin Montego would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Austin Montego (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 661 kg more than 1984 Austin Montego.
Because 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Austin Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Montego | L 200 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2970 mm |
