1989 Mazda 323 vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 2,350 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1989 Mazda 323. (110 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 1989 Mazda 323.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda 323. (126 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mazda 323 | 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 323 | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
