1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 1995 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 6 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 13 more horse power than 1995 Pontiac Sunfire. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 1995 Pontiac Sunfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 120 kg more than 1995 Pontiac Sunfire. 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Pontiac Sunfire. (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Pontiac Sunfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 1995 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Pontiac |
| Model | Sapporo | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |
