2000 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 1987 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 2000 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan Vanette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Vanette 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) has 40 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Vanette. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1987 Nissan Vanette. 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 1987 Nissan Vanette. 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Vanette. (123 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Vanette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mitsubishi L 200 | 1987 Nissan Vanette | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | L 200 | Vanette |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2080 mm |
