1998 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 1987 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Opel Kadett (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 731 kg more than 1987 Opel Kadett.
Because 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Opel Kadett. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Kadett. (180 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 | 1987 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | L 200 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 974 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2530 mm |
