1998 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 1975 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Opel Ascona 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 10 more horse power than 1975 Opel Ascona. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 703 kg more than 1975 Opel Ascona. 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 1975 Opel Ascona. 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Ascona. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mitsubishi L 200 | 1975 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
Model | L 200 | Ascona |
Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2520 mm |