1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 1981 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Peugeot 305. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Peugeot 305 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 63 more horse power than 1981 Peugeot 305. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 1981 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 400 kg more than 1981 Peugeot 305. 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Peugeot 305. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 1981 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Peugeot |
| Model | Sapporo | 305 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |
