2002 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 1995 Volvo 850
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volvo 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volvo 850 would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volvo 850 (124 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 850 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 315 kg more than 1995 Volvo 850.
Because 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Volvo 850. 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volvo 850. (170 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volvo 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 | 1995 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
| Model | L 200 | 850 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2670 mm |
