1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 1978 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Plymouth Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Plymouth Horizon 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) has 52 more horse power than 1978 Plymouth Horizon. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 1978 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 320 kg more than 1978 Plymouth Horizon. 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Plymouth Horizon. (122 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 1978 Plymouth Horizon | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Plymouth |
Model | Sapporo | Horizon |
Year Released | 1990 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2350 cc | 1715 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 75 HP |
Torque | 193 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |