1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 1978 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Rekord 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 1978 Opel Rekord. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 216 kg more than 1978 Opel Rekord. 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Rekord. (142 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 1978 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Sapporo | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
