1982 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 1982 Porsche 944
To start off, both 1982 Mitsubishi Sapporo and 1982 Porsche 944 were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Porsche 944 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1982 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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. 1982 Porsche 944 has automatic transmission and 1982 Mitsubishi Sapporo has manual transmission. 1982 Mitsubishi Sapporo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Porsche 944 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 1982 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
| Model | Sapporo | 944 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 163 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
