1999 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 1983 Porsche 930
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 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,297 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1983 Porsche 930.
Because 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Porsche 930. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1983 Porsche 930 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi L 200. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi L 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 | 1983 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
| Model | L 200 | 930 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 3297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2510 mm |
