1998 Mazda 626 vs. 2008 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 715 kg more than 1998 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda 626 | 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 626 | L 200 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3010 mm |
