2002 Dodge Viper vs. 1998 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2002 Dodge Viper is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi L 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Viper (460 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Viper weights approximately 152 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi L 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2002 Dodge Viper (678 Nm) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi L 200. (245 Nm). This means 2002 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi L 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Viper | 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Viper | L 200 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 460 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1857 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2970 mm |
