1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 2008 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Polo 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 53 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 155 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. 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 Volkswagen Polo (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
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1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 2008 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | Sapporo | Polo |
Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 194 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |