1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 2009 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2009 Opel Insignia is newer by 21 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, 2009 Opel Insignia (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Opel Insignia (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 2009 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Sapporo | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2737 mm |
