1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 1978 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Rekord 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 63 more horse power than 1978 Opel Rekord. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 65 kg more than 1978 Opel Rekord. 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Rekord. (126 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 1978 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Sapporo | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2350 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2690 mm |
