1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 2003 Opel Astra
To start off, 2003 Opel Astra is newer by 13 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, 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2003 Opel Astra. (75 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Astra weights approximately 60 kg more than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Astra. (171 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 2003 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Sapporo | Astra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2350 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
