1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 1985 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1985 Opel Kadett. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 546 kg more than 1985 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Kadett. (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 1985 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
Model | Sapporo | Kadett |
Year Released | 1988 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 774 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |