1998 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi L 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 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 31 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 570 kg more than 2007 Opel Corsa. 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 2007 Opel Corsa. 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | L 200 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2500 mm |
