1988 Buick LeSabre vs. 2001 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2001 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick LeSabre (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick LeSabre 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 205 kg more than 1988 Buick LeSabre.
Because 2001 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Buick LeSabre. 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, 1988 Buick LeSabre (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi L 200. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi L 200.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick LeSabre | 2001 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
Model | LeSabre | L 200 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 2477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2970 mm |