1996 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 1968 Renault 6
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Renault 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Renault 6 would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1968 Renault 6. (47 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 960 kg more than 1968 Renault 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Renault 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 6. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 6.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mitsubishi L 200 | 1968 Renault 6 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
Model | L 200 | 6 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2460 mm |