2000 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 1972 Renault 5
To start off, 2000 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Renault 5 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 57 more horse power than 1972 Renault 5. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 970 kg more than 1972 Renault 5. 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 1972 Renault 5. 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 5. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mitsubishi L 200 | 1972 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | L 200 | 5 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2410 mm |
