1998 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 1968 TVR Vixen
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 TVR Vixen would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1968 TVR Vixen. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 1968 TVR Vixen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 841 kg more than 1968 TVR Vixen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 TVR Vixen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 TVR Vixen. (126 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 | 1968 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | TVR |
| Model | L 200 | Vixen |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2290 mm |
