1997 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 1979 Renault 15
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 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault 15 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 41 more horse power than 1979 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1979 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 | 1979 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | L 200 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2440 mm |
