1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 1996 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1996 Toyota MR2 is newer by 7 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 53 more horse power than 1996 Toyota MR2. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo (193 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota MR2. (131 Nm). This means 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 1996 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Sapporo | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
