1987 Austin Montego vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Austin Montego would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1987 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 1987 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 210 kg more than 1987 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Austin Montego | 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
Model | Montego | Sapporo |
Year Released | 1987 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |