1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 2002 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2002 Subaru Impreza is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 150 kg more than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Subaru Impreza (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 2002 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
Model | Sapporo | Impreza |
Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 194 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |