1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 1985 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Nissan Silvia (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 125 kg more than 1985 Nissan Silvia.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Silvia. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 1985 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Sapporo | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2440 mm |
