1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 1991 Renault 19
To start off, 1991 Renault 19 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo 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 47 more horse power than 1991 Renault 19. (80 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 380 kg more than 1991 Renault 19. 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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault 19. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 1991 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Sapporo | 19 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |
