1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 2003 Proton 400
To start off, 2003 Proton 400 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo 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 53 more horse power than 2003 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 2003 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 330 kg more than 2003 Proton 400. 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 2003 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Proton |
| Model | Sapporo | 400 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
