1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7
To start off, 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7 is newer by 20 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, 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7 (173 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7 should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7 weights approximately 510 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, 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7 (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Luxgen |
| Model | Sapporo | Luxgen7 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4845 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1876 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1768 mm |
