2004 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 1992 Porsche 968
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 968 (241 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi L 200. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1992 Porsche 968.
Because 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Porsche 968. 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, 1992 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi L 200. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi L 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 | 1992 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
| Model | L 200 | 968 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2350 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2510 mm |
