1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 1971 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,350 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1971 Opel Kadett. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 560 kg more than 1971 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel Kadett. (88 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 1971 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Sapporo | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2350 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2430 mm |
