1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 2011 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 24 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, 2011 Hyundai Elantra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 12 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, 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 2011 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Hyundai |
| Model | Sapporo | Elantra |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4486 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
