2007 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 1973 Renault 5
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Renault 5 would be higher. At 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1973 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 1195 kg more than 1973 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Renault 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 | 1973 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | L 200 | 5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2476 cc | 782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2410 mm |
