1998 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 1994 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Suzuki Vitara 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 6 more horse power than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mitsubishi L 200 | 1994 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Suzuki |
Model | L 200 | Vitara |
Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2210 mm |