1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 1962 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Opel Kadett 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 80 more horse power than 1962 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 1962 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 620 kg more than 1962 Opel Kadett. 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 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 1962 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Sapporo | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2330 mm |
