1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 2013 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 24 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, 2013 Volkswagen GTI (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 92 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, 2013 Volkswagen GTI (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 2013 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sapporo | GTI |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1412 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1779 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1469 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2578 mm |
