1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 2008 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 Renault Laguna 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 9 more horse power than 2008 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Laguna weights approximately 105 kg more than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Laguna 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 Laguna | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
Model | Sapporo | Laguna |
Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |