1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 1985 Saab 9000
To start off, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Saab 9000 (173 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Saab 9000 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Saab 9000 (278 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 1985 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Saab |
| Model | Sapporo | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |
