1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 1999 Holden Astra
To start off, 1999 Holden Astra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo would be higher. At 2,350 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Astra (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Astra should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 174 kg more than 1999 Holden Astra.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Holden Astra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 1999 Holden Astra | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Holden |
| Model | Sapporo | Astra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2350 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
