1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 2008 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2008 Nissan Versa is newer by 21 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, 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Versa. (123 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Versa weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 2008 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Sapporo | Versa |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
