1999 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 1992 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Previa (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Previa 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 90 kg more than 1992 Toyota Previa.
Because 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Toyota Previa. 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, 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Previa. (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 | 1992 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | L 200 | Previa |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2530 mm |
