1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 1973 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 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 76 more horse power than 1973 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 530 kg more than 1973 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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 1973 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Sapporo | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1973 |
| 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 | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
