1985 Ford RS 200 vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford RS 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford RS 200 would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford RS 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 140 kg more than 1985 Ford RS 200.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ford RS 200 (293 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford RS 200 | 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | RS 200 | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1804 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
