1961 Ford Taunus vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1961 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 360 kg more than 1961 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Ford Taunus | 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Taunus | Sapporo |
Year Released | 1961 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |