1998 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 1993 Volvo 460
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volvo 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volvo 460 would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volvo 460 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 460 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 655 kg more than 1993 Volvo 460.
Because 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Volvo 460. 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volvo 460. (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 | 1993 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
| Model | L 200 | 460 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2510 mm |
