1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 1982 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Corsa 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 57 more horse power than 1982 Opel Corsa. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 570 kg more than 1982 Opel Corsa. 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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Corsa. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 1982 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Sapporo | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2350 mm |
