1989 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2004 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,614 cc, 1989 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mazda RX-7 (200 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi L 200. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1989 Mazda RX-7.
Because 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Mazda RX-7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1989 Mazda RX-7 (264 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi L 200. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi L 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mazda RX-7 | 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | RX-7 | L 200 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2614 cc | 2350 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2970 mm |
