1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 1971 Ford Escort
To start off, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Escort 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 89 more horse power than 1971 Ford Escort. (38 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 515 kg more than 1971 Ford Escort. 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Escort. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 1971 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
| Model | Sapporo | Escort |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2400 mm |
