1997 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 1979 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 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 10 more horse power than 1979 Opel Kadett. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 1979 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 735 kg more than 1979 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 1979 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Opel Kadett. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 | 1979 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | L 200 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2400 mm |
