1997 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 1970 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Crown (108 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1997 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1997 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1970 Toyota Crown.
Because 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Toyota Crown. 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 | 1970 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | L 200 | Crown |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2700 mm |
