1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 2005 Seat Leon

To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 17 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, 2005 Seat Leon (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 56 kg more than 1988 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, 2005 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo 2005 Seat Leon
Make Mitsubishi Seat
Model Sapporo Leon
Year Released 1988 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2351 cc 1895 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 127 HP 154 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 193 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Vehicle Weight 1320 kg 1376 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4190 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2520 mm


 

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