1976 Audi 100 vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1976 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 1976 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 204 kg more than 1976 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Audi 100. (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Audi 100 | 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 100 | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
