1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 23 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, 2012 BMW 118 (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 118 weights approximately 175 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, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 118. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 2012 BMW 118 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
Model | Sapporo | 118 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
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 | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |