1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 18 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touran (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 158 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touran (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 2007 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | Sapporo | Touran |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |