1989 Audi 100 vs. 2000 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2000 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 100 (134 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2000 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 451 kg more than 1989 Audi 100.
Because 2000 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Mitsubishi L 200 (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 100. (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 2000 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 100 | L 200 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2970 mm |
