1992 Mercury Capri vs. 2000 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2000 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercury Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercury Capri would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 100 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1992 Mercury Capri.
Because 2000 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Mercury Capri. 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mercury Capri | 2000 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Capri | L 200 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2970 mm |
