2002 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 1977 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1977 Nissan Stanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 | 1977 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | L 200 | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2410 mm |
