1998 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 1990 Renault Alpine
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault Alpine would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault Alpine (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault Alpine 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 495 kg more than 1990 Renault Alpine.
Because 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Renault Alpine. 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, 1990 Renault Alpine (290 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi L 200. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Renault Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi L 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 | 1990 Renault Alpine | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | L 200 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2350 mm |
