1997 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 1973 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Kadett 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 49 more horse power than 1973 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 915 kg more than 1973 Opel Kadett. 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 1973 Opel Kadett. 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Mitsubishi L 200 | 1973 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
Model | L 200 | Kadett |
Year Released | 1997 | 1973 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2410 mm |