1979 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 1979 Renault 12
To start off, both 1979 Mitsubishi Sapporo and 1979 Renault 12 were released in the same year (1979). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mitsubishi Sapporo is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 150 kg more than 1979 Renault 12.
Because 1979 Mitsubishi Sapporo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Mitsubishi Sapporo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Renault 12, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
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1979 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 1979 Renault 12 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
Model | Sapporo | 12 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 53 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |