1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus
To start off, 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus (150 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 360 kg more than 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus (203 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Talbot |
| Model | Sapporo | Sunbeam-Lotus |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2170 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2420 mm |
