1997 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1998 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 190 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi L 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi L 200. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi L 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Astro | 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Astro | L 200 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2970 mm |
