1998 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 13 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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 310 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
| Model | L 200 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2619 mm |
