1997 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 1986 Saab 9000
To start off, 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Saab 9000 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1997 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Saab 9000 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 400 kg more than 1986 Saab 9000.
Because 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Saab 9000. 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Saab 9000. (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 | 1986 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Saab |
| Model | L 200 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2720 mm |
