2004 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 1979 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,350 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1979 Opel Kadett. (52 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 1979 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 885 kg more than 1979 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Opel Kadett. (83 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 | 1979 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | L 200 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2350 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2530 mm |
