1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 2006 Opel Astra
To start off, 2006 Opel Astra is newer by 17 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 38 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 10 kg more than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Opel Astra (201 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 2006 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Sapporo | Astra |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
