1980 Audi 200 vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi 200 (170 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 54 kg more than 1980 Audi 200.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Audi 200 (265 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 200 | 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 200 | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
