1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 1985 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Opel Corsa 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 83 more horse power than 1985 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 550 kg more than 1985 Opel Corsa. 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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 1985 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
Model | Sapporo | Corsa |
Year Released | 1987 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 194 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2850 mm |