1999 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 1977 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 950 kg more than 1977 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 | 1977 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | L 200 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2270 mm |
