2001 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 1973 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2001 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi L 200 (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1973 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Mitsubishi L 200 (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mitsubishi L 200 | 1973 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | L 200 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2310 mm |
