2008 Mazda 6 vs. 1996 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2008 Mazda 6 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi L 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 6 (156 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 321 kg more than 2008 Mazda 6.
Because 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 6. (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 6 | 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 6 | L 200 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2477 cc |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1384 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2970 mm |
