2002 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 1988 Saab 9000
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Saab 9000 (175 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 372 kg more than 1988 Saab 9000.
Because 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Saab 9000. 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, 1988 Saab 9000 (278 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi L 200. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi L 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 | 1988 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Saab |
| Model | L 200 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1333 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2670 mm |
