1999 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 1994 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volkswagen Passat 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 11 more horse power than 1994 Volkswagen Passat. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 1994 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1994 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Volkswagen Passat. 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volkswagen Passat. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 | 1994 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | L 200 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
