1999 Honda Accord vs. 1998 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 1999 Honda Accord is newer by 1 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Accord (200 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Accord 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 865 kg more than 1999 Honda Accord.
Because 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda Accord. 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, 1999 Honda Accord (265 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi L 200. (245 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi L 200. 1999 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 has manual transmission. 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Accord | 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Accord | L 200 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2970 mm |
