1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 2008 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2008 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 19 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, 2008 Renault Grand Espace (172 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 630 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, 2008 Renault Grand Espace (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 2008 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Sapporo | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2870 mm |
