1994 Ford Aspire 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 Aspire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Aspire would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1994 Ford Aspire. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Aspire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 775 kg more than 1994 Ford Aspire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Aspire. 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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Aspire. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Aspire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Aspire | 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Aspire | L 200 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2970 mm |
