1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 1986 Renault Rodeo
To start off, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault Rodeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault Rodeo 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 93 more horse power than 1986 Renault Rodeo. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Rodeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 600 kg more than 1986 Renault Rodeo. 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Rodeo. (75 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 1986 Renault Rodeo | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Sapporo | Rodeo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |
