1989 Mitsubishi Debonair vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mitsubishi Debonair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mitsubishi Debonair would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Debonair. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Debonair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mitsubishi Debonair weights approximately 80 kg more than 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Debonair. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Debonair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mitsubishi Debonair | 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Debonair | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
