1999 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 1983 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Ascona 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 26 more horse power than 1983 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 785 kg more than 1983 Opel Ascona. 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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 | 1983 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | L 200 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2580 mm |
