1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 2009 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2009 Saab 05-Sep 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 Saab 05-Sep (256 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 258 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 Saab 05-Sep (258 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 2009 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Saab |
| Model | Sapporo | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
