1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta

To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo.

Let's talk about torque, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
Make Mitsubishi Volkswagen
Model Sapporo Jetta
Year Released 1987 2012
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 200 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 194 Nm 280 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4628 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1778 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1453 mm


 

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