1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 2003 Opel Astra
To start off, 2003 Opel Astra is newer by 16 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, 2003 Opel Astra (174 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Astra weights approximately 90 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, 2003 Opel Astra (251 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 2003 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Sapporo | Astra |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2740 mm |
