2002 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 1977 Toyota Celica
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 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Celica 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 14 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Celica. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 757 kg more than 1977 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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 Mitsubishi L 200 (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Celica. (142 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 | 1977 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | L 200 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2510 mm |
