1997 Nissan 400 R vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan 400 R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan 400 R would be higher. At 2,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan 400 R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan 400 R (400 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R should accelerate faster than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan 400 R weights approximately 15 kg more than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Nissan 400 R (471 Nm) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander. (226 Nm). This means 1997 Nissan 400 R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan 400 R | 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Nissan | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 400 R | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4665 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2670 mm |
