2004 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 1994 Volvo 440
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volvo 440 would be higher. At 2,350 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volvo 440 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi L 200. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volvo 440 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 630 kg more than 1994 Volvo 440.
Because 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Volvo 440. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volvo 440. (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 | 1994 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
| Model | L 200 | 440 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2350 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2650 mm |
