1973 Ford Cortina vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,350 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1973 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 375 kg more than 1973 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ford Cortina | 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Cortina | Sapporo |
Year Released | 1973 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2350 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2610 mm |