1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 13 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. Both 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo and 2002 Mitsubishi Galant are equipped with a 2,351 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Galant (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 50 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, 2002 Mitsubishi Galant (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 2002 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sapporo | Galant |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |
