1987 Ford Telstar 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 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Telstar 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 33 more horse power than 1987 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 290 kg more than 1987 Ford Telstar. 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Telstar | 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Telstar | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
