1987 Mazda 929 vs. 1996 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda 929 (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda 929 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 395 kg more than 1987 Mazda 929.
Because 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Mazda 929. 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 929. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda 929 | 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 929 | L 200 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2183 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2970 mm |
