1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 2008 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2008 Renault Kangoo 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, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (103 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 185 kg more than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Renault Kangoo (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Kangoo 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 Kangoo | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Sapporo | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
