1985 Ford Tempo 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 Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1985 Ford Tempo. (90 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 215 kg more than 1985 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Tempo | 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Tempo | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2610 mm |
