1970 BMW 2002 vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 BMW 2002. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 BMW 2002 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 27 more horse power than 1970 BMW 2002. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 1970 BMW 2002. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 330 kg more than 1970 BMW 2002. 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 BMW 2002. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 BMW 2002.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 BMW 2002 | 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 2002 | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
