2004 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 1997 Morgan 4
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,350 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi L 200. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Morgan 4 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 840 kg more than 1997 Morgan 4.
Because 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Morgan 4. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 | 1997 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Morgan |
| Model | L 200 | 4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2350 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2450 mm |
