1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 1977 Nissan Violet
To start off, 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Violet 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 53 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Violet. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 445 kg more than 1977 Nissan Violet. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Violet. (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 1977 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Sapporo | Violet |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2350 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
