1975 Mazda Familia vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 520 kg more than 1975 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Familia | 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Familia | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1271 cc | 2351 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2610 mm |
