1998 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z is newer by 15 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Z (327 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Z 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 132 kg more than 2013 Nissan Z.
Because 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Nissan Z. 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, 2013 Nissan Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi L 200. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Z 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 | 2013 Nissan Z | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | L 200 | Z |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4246 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2550 mm |
