1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avensis 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Avensis (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 80 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, 2008 Toyota Avensis (231 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 2008 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Sapporo | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
