1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 2011 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i20 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, 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 165 kg more than 2011 Hyundai i20. 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 2011 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Hyundai |
| Model | Sapporo | i20 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2525 mm |
