1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 2012 Dodge Avenger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Avenger is newer by 25 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Avenger (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Avenger weights approximately 219 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, 2012 Dodge Avenger (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 2012 Dodge Avenger | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Dodge |
| Model | Sapporo | Avenger |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1539 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4892 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2766 mm |
