1987 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2001 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2001 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Cadillac Eldorado (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 2001 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. 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, 1987 Cadillac Eldorado (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi L 200. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi L 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Cadillac Eldorado | 2001 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Eldorado | L 200 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2970 mm |
