1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 1968 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1968 Opel Commodore. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 144 kg more than 1968 Opel Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Commodore. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 1968 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Sapporo | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2239 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
