1994 Ford Aerostar vs. 1998 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Aerostar would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Aerostar (133 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1994 Ford Aerostar.
Because 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Aerostar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Aerostar. (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Aerostar | 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Aerostar | L 200 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2978 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2970 mm |
