2000 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 1968 Renault 8
To start off, 2000 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Renault 8 would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi L 200 (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1968 Renault 8. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 925 kg more than 1968 Renault 8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Renault 8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Mitsubishi L 200 (245 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 8. (77 Nm). This means 2000 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mitsubishi L 200 | 1968 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | L 200 | 8 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2270 mm |
