1997 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 1963 Renault 4
To start off, 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Renault 4 would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1963 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 1963 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1963 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Renault 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Renault 4. (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 | 1963 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | L 200 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2410 mm |
